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AMS → NRT
Which side of the plane to sit from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (Amsterdam) to Narita International Airport (Tokyo)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior mix of diverse landscapes, including the Caucasus, the Taklamakan Desert, and the iconic Mount Fuji upon arrival.
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Caucasus Range
Jagged peaks and high-altitude beauty between the Black and Caspian Seas.
Taklamakan Desert
The 'Sea of Death' featuring massive, rolling sand dunes in Western China.
South Korean Coast
Scenic views of the islands and urban sprawl around Incheon and Seoul.
Mount Fuji
Japan's most famous peak, typically visible during the descent into Narita.
Tokyo Bay
Panoramic views of the industrial and coastal landscape near the airport.
The right side is essential for spotting Mount Fuji on the approach to Narita. Sit here for the best views of the high-altitude deserts of China and the Korean coastline. The sunrise is particularly striking on this side.
Book Hotels in TokyoTien Shan Mountains
Dramatic snow-capped peaks bordering Kyrgyzstan and China.
Kazakh Steppe
The vast, open grasslands of Central Asia stretching toward the horizon.
Gobi Desert
Expansive arid plains and desolate beauty of Northern China.
Sea of Japan
The crossing from mainland Asia to the Japanese archipelago.
Best for views of the Kazakh steppes and northern China. If the flight path takes a more northern route, look for the Aurora Borealis during the night portions of the flight over Central Asia.
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Get eSIMs for JapanDistance: 9,319 km (5,791 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 10 hrs 58 min
Departure: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)
Arrival: NRT (35.764701843299996, 140.386001587)
Route Type: International
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