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AUH → NRT
Which side of the plane to sit from Abu Dhabi International Airport (Abu Dhabi) to Narita International Airport (Tokyo)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is the prime choice for this route because it offers the most reliable chance of seeing Mount Fuji during the descent, along with superior views of the UAE coastline and the Himalayas.
Abu Dhabi Skyline
Bird's eye view of the city's skyscrapers and the Mangrove National Park immediately after takeoff from AUH.
Persian Gulf
Clear views of the turquoise waters and the dramatic 'fjords' of the Musandam Peninsula to the north.
Himalayan Range
On clear days while transiting over China, the distant snow-capped peaks of the Himalayas may be visible to the north.
Shanghai & Yangtze
As you approach the East China Sea, the massive urban sprawl of Shanghai and the Yangtze River delta are visible.
Mount Fuji
The crown jewel of the flight; usually visible on the left side during the descent into Tokyo, standing above the clouds.
Select a seat in the forward or rear sections to avoid the wing obstructing your view of Mount Fuji. Since AUH-NRT flights often arrive in the morning or afternoon, the left side provides excellent lighting for photography of the Japanese coastline and Fuji without direct sun glare.
Hajar Mountains
The rugged, dark terrain of the Hajar Mountains stretching across the UAE and Oman border shortly after departure.
Indian Subcontinent
Views of the sprawling lights of major Indian cities like Mumbai or the coastline of the Arabian Sea.
Pacific Sunrise
On overnight flights, this side offers a spectacular view of the sun rising over the Pacific Ocean as you head east.
South China Sea
Vast ocean views punctuated by distant island chains and cargo shipping lanes in the South China Sea.
Boso Peninsula
Scenic views of the Kujukuri Beach and the rural landscapes of Chiba Prefecture during the final approach to Narita.
The right side is ideal for those who enjoy sunrises, as you will be flying directly toward the dawn. If the flight path takes a more southerly route over the Indian Ocean, you may see beautiful atoll formations. Note that you will miss Mount Fuji on this side during most standard arrival patterns.
Distance: 8,088 km (5,026 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 9 hrs 31 min
Departure: AUH (24.433000564575195, 54.651100158691406)
Arrival: NRT (35.764701843299996, 140.386001587)
Route Type: International
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