Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Shanghai to Taegu. While takeoff favors the right, landing on the left provides more dramatic and distinctive scenery as you approach Daegu's mountain-ringed basin. The Nakdong River and surrounding topography are more visually striking than Shanghai's flat delta on descent.

During takeoff from Shanghai Pudong International (PVG), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side captures the Huangpu River winding through central Shanghai and the Pudong skyline receding eastward. You'll see the distinctive geometry of Lujiazui's high-rises and the river's curves as the aircraft climbs northwest on typical departure routing. Notable sights include: Huangpu River, Lujiazui financial district, Suzhou Creek confluence, Hangzhou Bay (distant southern horizon).

When landing at Daegu Ab (TAE), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side offers views of the Nakdong River valley and Daegu's basin setting as you descend into the airport. The river's distinctive meanders and the surrounding hills of the Yeongnam Massif provide clear geographic context during final approach. Notable sights include: Nakdong River, Daegu urban basin, Yeongnam Massif foothills, Palgongsan mountain ridge (east of airport).

The flight from Shanghai Pudong International (PVG) to Daegu Ab (TAE) takes Approximately 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours.

The flight crosses the East China Sea heading northeast. At cruise altitude (around 30,000 feet), you'll pass over open water with no significant landmarks visible. The Korean Strait separates the two countries; the transition from Chinese to Korean airspace occurs roughly midway. The Yellow Sea's coastline becomes visible as you approach Korea—the western coast of South Korea with its irregular rocky shoreline and small islands. The Jeolla and Jeollanam provinces' coastal features appear before turning inland toward Daegu.