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Best window seat landing at Shanghai Pudong International

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Pudong skyline (Lujiazui towers, visible in distance), Huangpu River

🛬 Landing at Shanghai (PVG)

Best sideRight
WhyLanding on 16L means you're flying south down final approach, with Shanghai's urban core off to the right (west) side of the aircraft. On clear days you can spot the Pudong skyline and Huangpu River in the distance before the final turn onto the runway, while the left side mostly shows flat farmland and the Yangtze estuary coastline.
Look forPudong skyline (Lujiazui towers, visible in distance), Huangpu River, Yangtze River estuary/Chongming Island area (visible earlier in descent), coastal wetlands and fish farms near the airport
Left window seat view during landing at Shanghai (PVG), Pudong skyline (Lujiazui towers, visible in distance), Huangpu River, Yangtze River estuary/Chongming Island area (visible earlier in descent), coastal wetlands and fish farms near the airportLeft Side
Right window seat view during landing at Shanghai (PVG), Pudong skyline (Lujiazui towers, visible in distance), Huangpu River, Yangtze River estuary/Chongming Island area (visible earlier in descent), coastal wetlands and fish farms near the airportRight Side
ShanghaiPhoto: zhang kaiyv

PVG is Shanghai's primary international gateway, located about 30km east of the city center, with three terminals (including a dedicated satellite concourse) and a high-speed Maglev train link. It's one of the busiest cargo and passenger airports in the world, handling most of Shanghai's long-haul international traffic while Hongqiao (SHA) serves more domestic and regional routes.

⛰️ Elevation13 ft
🛫 Runways5 (17L/35R, 16L/34R, 16R/34L, 15/33, 17R/35L)
✈️ HubChina Eastern Airlines, Shanghai Airlines, Juneyao Airlines
📍 NearbySHA 28 miJNH 75 miNTG 81 miWUX 85 miHSN 90 mi

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Which side of the plane has the best views landing at Shanghai Pudong International (PVG)?

When landing at Shanghai Pudong International (PVG), sit on the Right side for the best views. Landing on 16L means you're flying south down final approach, with Shanghai's urban core off to the right (west) side of the aircraft. On clear days you can spot the Pudong skyline and Huangpu River in the distance before the final turn onto the runway, while the left side mostly shows flat farmland and the Yangtze estuary coastline. Notable sights include: Pudong skyline (Lujiazui towers, visible in distance), Huangpu River, Yangtze River estuary/Chongming Island area (visible earlier in descent), coastal wetlands and fish farms near the airport.

What can I see when arriving at Shanghai?

Arriving at Shanghai Pudong International in Shanghai, passengers on the Right side enjoy views of Pudong skyline (Lujiazui towers, visible in distance), Huangpu River, Yangtze River estuary/Chongming Island area (visible earlier in descent), coastal wetlands and fish farms near the airport. Landing on 16L means you're flying south down final approach, with Shanghai's urban core off to the right (west) side of the aircraft. On clear days you can spot the Pudong skyline and Huangpu River in the distance before the final turn onto the runway, while the left side mostly shows flat farmland and the Yangtze estuary coastline.

What factors affect the best window seat landing at Shanghai Pudong International?

The best window seat landing at Shanghai Pudong International (PVG) depends on several factors: the approach path and runway in use, geographic features around Shanghai (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening arrivals often offer the best lighting.