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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers superior lighting for photography and a stunning sequence of the Caucasus Mountains and the high-altitude peaks of Central Asia without the glare of the southern sun.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Caucasus Mountains

Spectacular views of snow-capped peaks as the flight passes over Georgia and Azerbaijan.

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Northern Caspian Sea

The vast, shimmering expanse of the world's largest inland body of water.

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Kazakh Steppe

Immense, rolling grasslands and remote nomadic landscapes visible for several hours.

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Tian Shan Range

Dramatic views of the 'Celestial Mountains' with peaks exceeding 7,000 meters.

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Seoul Skyline

A clear view of the Han River and the dense urban sprawl of the South Korean capital during the final approach.

The left side (A seats) is ideal for this eastbound journey because the sun remains to the south, preventing harsh glare and window reflections. You'll witness a beautiful sunrise over Central Asia. Watch for the Tian Shan mountains approximately 7-8 hours into the flight; they are most dramatic in the morning light.

Right Side Highlights
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Central Europe

Bird's-eye views of the urban patterns and historic landscapes of Germany and Poland shortly after takeoff.

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Taklamakan Desert

Mesmerizing sand dune patterns and arid basins in Western China under the midday sun.

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Chinese Megacities

The glittering lights of rapidly expanding industrial hubs like Chengdu or Xi'an depending on the specific airway.

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Yellow Sea Islands

Dozens of small, picturesque islands and fishing vessels as the plane descends toward Incheon.

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Incheon Bridge

One of the world's longest cable-stayed bridges stretching across the sea near the airport.

While the right side (K seats) offers great desert views, the sun will be on this side for the majority of the daylight hours, making it quite hot and bright. Keep your window shade partially closed to avoid overheating. The best views on this side come during the final 30 minutes of the flight when approaching the Korean peninsula from the sea.

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Route Information

Distance: 8,927 km (5,547 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 10 hrs 30 min

Departure: CDG (49.012798, 2.55)

Arrival: ICN (37.46910095214844, 126.45099639892578)

Route Type: International

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