While takeoff from Shanghai offers interesting delta and river views on the right, the landing approach into Dublin on the left provides more dramatic and varied scenery—the Wicklow Mountains, Dublin Bay, and the Irish coastline are more visually distinctive than Shanghai's industrial sprawl. The left side captures the more memorable portion of this route.
Flight Path
The flight path crosses central Asia over the Tian Shan mountains (visible on northbound routing), then proceeds over Kazakhstan's steppes, southern Russia, and Eastern Europe. The Ural Mountains may be visible on some routing variations. Over Europe, the flight passes over Poland and potentially the North European Plain before descending toward Ireland. The Alps are typically south of the standard routing but may be visible on southern track variations. The North Sea is crossed during the final descent phase toward Dublin.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Hongqiao International (SHA) to Dublin (DUB)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Shanghai to Dublin. While takeoff from Shanghai offers interesting delta and river views on the right, the landing approach into Dublin on the left provides more dramatic and varied scenery—the Wicklow Mountains, Dublin Bay, and the Irish coastline are more visually distinctive than Shanghai's industrial sprawl. The left side captures the more memorable portion of this route.
What can I see during takeoff from Hongqiao International in Shanghai?
During takeoff from Hongqiao International (SHA), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of the Yangtze River delta's intricate waterway network and the industrial sprawl of Shanghai's eastern districts as the aircraft climbs northwest from Hongqiao. The Huangpu River and its tributaries create distinctive linear patterns visible at altitude. Notable sights include: Huangpu River, Yangtze River estuary, Shanghai Pudong skyline, East China Sea coastline.
What can I see when landing at Dublin in Dublin?
When landing at Dublin (DUB), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide excellent views during the descent into Dublin, with clear sightlines of the Irish coastline, Dublin Bay, and the Wicklow Mountains to the south. The approach typically descends over the Irish Sea before turning inland toward the airport. Notable sights include: Dublin Bay, Wicklow Mountains, Irish coastline, River Liffey estuary.
How long is the flight from Shanghai to Dublin?
The flight from Hongqiao International (SHA) to Dublin (DUB) takes 11h 15m.
What does the Shanghai to Dublin flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses central Asia over the Tian Shan mountains (visible on northbound routing), then proceeds over Kazakhstan's steppes, southern Russia, and Eastern Europe. The Ural Mountains may be visible on some routing variations. Over Europe, the flight passes over Poland and potentially the North European Plain before descending toward Ireland. The Alps are typically south of the standard routing but may be visible on southern track variations. The North Sea is crossed during the final descent phase toward Dublin.