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Our Recommendation
8.5

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.

Left Side Highlights
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Abu Dhabi Skyline

Bird's eye view of the city's skyscrapers and the Mangrove National Park immediately after takeoff from AUH.

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Persian Gulf

Clear views of the turquoise waters and the dramatic 'fjords' of the Musandam Peninsula to the north.

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Himalayan Range

On clear days while transiting over China, the distant snow-capped peaks of the Himalayas may be visible to the north.

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Shanghai & Yangtze

As you approach the East China Sea, the massive urban sprawl of Shanghai and the Yangtze River delta are visible.

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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.

Right Side Highlights
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Hajar Mountains

The rugged, dark terrain of the Hajar Mountains stretching across the UAE and Oman border shortly after departure.

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Indian Subcontinent

Views of the sprawling lights of major Indian cities like Mumbai or the coastline of the Arabian Sea.

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Pacific Sunrise

On overnight flights, this side offers a spectacular view of the sun rising over the Pacific Ocean as you head east.

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South China Sea

Vast ocean views punctuated by distant island chains and cargo shipping lanes in the South China Sea.

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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.

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Route Information

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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