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CAN → NRT
Which side of the plane to sit from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (Guangzhou) to Narita International Airport (Tokyo)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is the clear winner for this route, providing a high-altitude perspective of the Fujian coastline and the iconic view of Mount Fuji as you approach the Kanto region.
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Pearl River Delta
Glimpse the massive urban sprawl of Guangzhou and Dongguan immediately after takeoff.
Fujian Coastline
View the rugged islands and bustling ports of Xiamen and Quanzhou along the Chinese coast.
Kii Peninsula
The lush, mountainous terrain of the Wakayama region as the plane approaches Honshu.
Mount Fuji
The highlight of the flight; the iconic volcano is visible to the north during the descent into Narita.
Tokyo Bay Area
Sweeping views of the Tokyo skyline and Yokohama in the distance on clear days.
For the best chance to see Mount Fuji, choose a seat well ahead of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. The mountain appears roughly 30 to 45 minutes before touchdown. On early morning flights, the lighting on the peak is spectacular, while winter months offer the highest visibility.
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Ryukyu Islands
Depending on the specific airway, you may spot the emerald green islands of the Okinawa chain.
Pacific Horizon
Uninterrupted views of the deep blue Pacific Ocean for the middle segment of the journey.
Kujukuri Beach
A long, sandy coastline visible as the aircraft maneuvers around the Boso Peninsula for landing.
Chiba Countryside
The verdant golf courses and rural landscapes of Chiba Prefecture during final approach.
The right side is preferable for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the southern sun. It is also excellent for viewing the coastal geography of the Boso Peninsula during the final approach phase, which often involves a wide turn over the ocean before lining up with Narita's runways.
Book Hotels in TokyoDistance: 2,944 km (1,829 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 56 min
Departure: CAN (23.39240074157715, 113.29900360107422)
Arrival: NRT (35.764701843299996, 140.386001587)
Route Type: International
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