While takeoff offers Shenzhen's urban and estuary views, the landing approach into Shanghai provides more dramatic and iconic scenery—the Huangpu River, Lujiazui's world-class skyline, and the distinctive Oriental Pearl Tower make for superior window-seat viewing. Left side captures this best.
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Flight Path
Shenzhen to Shanghai is 766 miles (1,234 km), a flight of about 2 hours 15 minutes.
The flight path travels northeast along the eastern China coast. Notable features visible en route include: Hangzhou Bay (wide estuary visible as a broad water body with tidal mudflats), the Yangtze River delta's intricate network of waterways and agricultural fields, coastal cities like Jiaxing and Zhapu, and the transition from Zhejiang Province's hilly terrain to Shanghai's flat alluvial plains. The Yangtze River itself becomes visible as the aircraft approaches Shanghai, flowing east-west and marking the boundary between Jiangsu and Shanghai municipalities.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from SZX
RIGHTRight-side seats offer views of Shenzhen's urban sprawl and the Pearl River estuary as the aircraft climbs northeastward. You'll see the contrast between developed coastal zones and the water body that defines the region's geography.
Landing at PVG
LEFTLeft-side seats provide excellent views during descent into Pudong. You'll see the Huangpu River winding through Shanghai's financial district, with the Oriental Pearl Tower and Lujiazui skyline becoming increasingly prominent as you descend toward the runway.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Baoan (SZX) to Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Shenzhen to Shanghai. While takeoff offers Shenzhen's urban and estuary views, the landing approach into Shanghai provides more dramatic and iconic scenery—the Huangpu River, Lujiazui's world-class skyline, and the distinctive Oriental Pearl Tower make for superior window-seat viewing. Left side captures this best.
What can I see during takeoff from Baoan in Shenzhen?
During takeoff from Baoan (SZX), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of Shenzhen's urban sprawl and the Pearl River estuary as the aircraft climbs northeastward. You'll see the contrast between developed coastal zones and the water body that defines the region's geography. Notable sights include: Pearl River estuary, Shenzhen urban districts (Luohu, Futian), Victoria Harbour (Hong Kong) visible in distance to the south.
What can I see when landing at Shanghai Pudong International in Shanghai?
When landing at Shanghai Pudong International (PVG), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide excellent views during descent into Pudong. You'll see the Huangpu River winding through Shanghai's financial district, with the Oriental Pearl Tower and Lujiazui skyline becoming increasingly prominent as you descend toward the runway. Notable sights include: Huangpu River, Lujiazui financial district (Oriental Pearl Tower, Shanghai Tower), Pudong International Airport runways, Yangtze River delta agricultural plains.
How long is the flight from Shenzhen to Shanghai?
The flight from Baoan (SZX) to Shanghai Pudong International (PVG) takes about 2 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 766 miles (1,234 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Shenzhen to Shanghai flight path pass over?
The flight path travels northeast along the eastern China coast. Notable features visible en route include: Hangzhou Bay (wide estuary visible as a broad water body with tidal mudflats), the Yangtze River delta's intricate network of waterways and agricultural fields, coastal cities like Jiaxing and Zhapu, and the transition from Zhejiang Province's hilly terrain to Shanghai's flat alluvial plains. The Yangtze River itself becomes visible as the aircraft approaches Shanghai, flowing east-west and marking the boundary between Jiangsu and Shanghai municipalities.