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Our Recommendation
8.8

Right Side of the Plane

The Right Side offers a spectacular coastal perspective, featuring the iconic Hong Kong International Airport shortly after takeoff, the sprawling archipelagos of the East China Sea, and a scenic approach over the Yangtze River estuary.

Right Side Highlights
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Hong Kong International Airport

A perfect aerial view of Chek Lap Kok airport and the mountainous Lantau Island immediately after departure from Zhuhai.

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Wanshan Archipelago

Dozens of small, rocky islands scattered across the turquoise waters of the South China Sea.

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Zhoushan Archipelago

A vast cluster of islands near Ningbo, featuring busy shipping lanes and the famous Putuoshan island.

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Yangtze River Estuary

The striking color contrast where the sediment-heavy Yangtze River flows into the deep blue East China Sea.

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Yangshan Deepwater Port

One of the world's busiest container ports connected to the mainland by the 32km Donghai Bridge.

For morning flights, the right side provides a beautiful sunrise over the Pacific Ocean. Keep your camera ready within the first 10 minutes of flight for the best view of the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge and the HK airport. This side is typically superior for the final approach into PVG as it often overlooks the coastline and harbor infrastructure.

Left Side Highlights
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Pearl River Delta Megacity

An incredible view of the dense urban sprawl of Shenzhen and the surrounding industrial heartland of Guangdong.

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Wuyi Mountains

The rugged, green-covered peaks of northern Fujian provide a dramatic landscape during the mid-flight cruise.

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Hangzhou Bay Bridge

A massive 36km sea-crossing bridge visible as a white thread spanning across the bay.

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Qiantang River

The winding river leading toward Hangzhou, known for the world's largest tidal bore.

Choose the left side for sunset flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun while enjoying the evening lights of the Yangtze River Delta cities. During the descent, you may catch a distant glimpse of the Shanghai city center and the Oriental Pearl Tower if the flight path loops from the west.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,316 km (818 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 45 min

Departure: ZUH (22.006399, 113.375999)

Arrival: PVG (31.143400192260746, 121.80500030517578)

Route Type: Domestic

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