The right side wins on both ends of the flight: an iconic departure view of the Venice lagoon and Adriatic coast, and an arrival sequence that captures Hangzhou Bay and a glimpse of the Shanghai skyline, while the left side offers only distant, less distinct terrain during these same phases.
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Flight Path
Venice to Shanghai is 5,546 miles (8,925 km), a flight of about 10 hours 30 minutes.
The route crosses the Balkans and the Black Sea region, skirts the Caucasus and Caspian Sea, traverses the steppe of Kazakhstan and the Tian Shan foothills, then crosses the Gobi Desert before descending into the flat Yangtze River delta near Shanghai.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from VCE
RIGHTDeparting VCE on runway 04, the aircraft climbs northeast then typically banks right toward the Balkan air corridor, banking the right wing down over the Venetian Lagoon. Passengers get a sweeping view of Venice's historic canals, the barrier islands, and the Adriatic coastline before the city recedes behind.
Landing at PVG
RIGHTArrivals into PVG from the west often swing south over Hangzhou Bay before turning onto final approach for one of the north-south runways, putting the bay's coastline and the distant Pudong skyline on the right side of the aircraft during the turn and descent.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Venezia Tessera (VCE) to Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Venice to Shanghai. The right side wins on both ends of the flight: an iconic departure view of the Venice lagoon and Adriatic coast, and an arrival sequence that captures Hangzhou Bay and a glimpse of the Shanghai skyline, while the left side offers only distant, less distinct terrain during these same phases.
What can I see during takeoff from Venezia Tessera in Venice?
During takeoff from Venezia Tessera (VCE), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing VCE on runway 04, the aircraft climbs northeast then typically banks right toward the Balkan air corridor, banking the right wing down over the Venetian Lagoon. Passengers get a sweeping view of Venice's historic canals, the barrier islands, and the Adriatic coastline before the city recedes behind. Notable sights include: Venice historic center and Grand Canal, Murano and Burano lagoon islands, Lido barrier island, Adriatic Sea coastline.
What can I see when landing at Shanghai Pudong International in Shanghai?
When landing at Shanghai Pudong International (PVG), sit on the Right side for the best views. Arrivals into PVG from the west often swing south over Hangzhou Bay before turning onto final approach for one of the north-south runways, putting the bay's coastline and the distant Pudong skyline on the right side of the aircraft during the turn and descent. Notable sights include: Hangzhou Bay coastline, Yangtze River delta waterways and fish ponds, distant Shanghai Pudong skyline, flat delta farmland.
How long is the flight from Venice to Shanghai?
The flight from Venezia Tessera (VCE) to Shanghai Pudong International (PVG) takes about 10 hours 30 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 5,546 miles (8,925 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Venice to Shanghai flight path pass over?
The route crosses the Balkans and the Black Sea region, skirts the Caucasus and Caspian Sea, traverses the steppe of Kazakhstan and the Tian Shan foothills, then crosses the Gobi Desert before descending into the flat Yangtze River delta near Shanghai.