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ATL → ICN
Which side of the plane to sit from Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (Atlanta) to Incheon International Airport (Seoul)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a more scenic experience, featuring the dramatic mountain ranges of the Canadian Rockies, the rugged Alaskan wilderness, and the volcanic terrain of the Russian Far East before approaching the Korean Peninsula.
Canadian Rockies
Spectacular aerial views of the snow-capped peaks and glacial valleys of Alberta and British Columbia.
Alaskan Ranges
Traverse the vast frozen wilderness of Alaska, often passing near Denali and massive coastal glaciers.
Kamchatka Peninsula
If the flight path trends north, you may spot the dramatic, conical volcanoes of the Russian Far East.
Incheon Coastline
Striking views of the West Sea islands and the massive Incheon Bridge during the final descent into ICN.
Sit on the right for the most diverse geographic views. Because the flight travels west, the sun remains primarily to the south; the right side avoids direct sunlight for most of the trip, making it perfect for photography of the Alaskan and Siberian landscapes. Check the flight map frequently as the path can vary based on the jet stream.
American Heartland
Early views of the expansive agricultural patterns and rolling plains of the American Midwest.
Pacific Cloudscapes
Long stretches over the North Pacific featuring unique atmospheric patterns and maritime cloud formations.
East Sea Approach
Glimpses of the southern Japanese islands and the open waters of the East Sea as you near Seoul.
Choosing the left side provides a more indirect light experience, reducing glare during the daylight hours of this long-haul flight. It is the quieter choice for those who prefer the deep blues of the Pacific over continental terrain.
Distance: 11,487 km (7,138 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 13 hrs 31 min
Departure: ATL (33.6367, -84.428101)
Arrival: ICN (37.46910095214844, 126.45099639892578)
Route Type: International
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