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BKK → NRT
Which side of the plane to sit from Suvarnabhumi Airport (Bangkok) to Narita International Airport (Tokyo)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is the clear winner for this route, primarily because it provides the iconic view of Mount Fuji during the approach into Tokyo and more frequent views of the Asian landmass and Japanese coastline.
Bangkok Urban Sprawl
Aerial views of the winding Chao Phraya River and the dense skyscrapers of Bangkok immediately after takeoff.
Vietnamese Highlands
Dramatic mountain ranges and lush greenery as the flight crosses central Vietnam near Da Nang.
Taiwanese Alps
The high-altitude peaks of Taiwan's Central Mountain Range are often visible on the horizon on clear days.
Kii Peninsula Coast
The rugged and beautiful coastline of the southern Japanese mainland including Wakayama and Mie prefectures.
Mount Fuji
The ultimate highlight; the snow-capped peak of Fuji is visible on the left roughly 30 to 45 minutes before landing at Narita.
Kanto Plain
A sweeping view of the vast urban and agricultural landscape of the Kanto region during the final descent.
To see Mount Fuji, choose a seat forward of the wing or at the very back to avoid obstruction. This is best viewed on morning flights when the sun is to the south/east, illuminating the mountain's northern and western slopes. Check the weather forecast for Shizuoka/Yamanashi; cloud cover can often obscure the peak.
Gulf of Thailand
The turquoise waters and coastal resorts of the eastern Thai seaboard during the initial climb.
Ryukyu Islands
Scenic views of the Okinawa island chain and various coral atolls scattered across the East China Sea.
Philippine Sea
Vast, serene views of the deep blue ocean during the mid-portion of the flight journey.
Izu Island Chain
A series of volcanic islands stretching south from Tokyo, visible during the approach to the Boso Peninsula.
Boso Peninsula
Close-up views of the Chiba coastline and the busy maritime traffic entering Tokyo Bay.
The right side is ideal for night flights as it faces away from the morning sun when traveling eastbound, allowing for better sleep. For daytime flights, it offers excellent views of tropical island formations near Okinawa, which are best seen between 3 and 4 hours after departure from Bangkok.
Distance: 4,649 km (2,889 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 5 hrs 28 min
Departure: BKK (13.681099891662598, 100.74700164794922)
Arrival: NRT (35.764701843299996, 140.386001587)
Route Type: International
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