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CDG → KIX
Which side of the plane to sit from Charles de Gaulle International Airport (Paris) to Kansai International Airport (Osaka)?
Right Side of the Plane
While both sides offer incredible vistas of Central Asia, the Right Side is superior for its views of the Swiss Alps shortly after takeoff and the iconic aerial approach into Kansai International Airport over Osaka Bay.
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The Alps
A breathtaking panorama of the Swiss and Italian Alps, including glaciers and high-altitude lakes.
Bosphorus Strait
The shimmering waterway of Istanbul connecting Europe and Asia is visible on southern routings.
Caspian Sea
The deep turquoise waters and the industrial oil platforms near Baku, Azerbaijan.
The Himalayas
On clear days, the distant, towering peaks of the 'Roof of the World' are visible to the south.
Yangtze River
The massive, winding river system carving through the green valleys of Central China.
Osaka Bay
An incredible descent featuring the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge and the artificial island of KIX.
The right side offers the most iconic landmarks. To see the Alps, keep your window shade open during the first 90 minutes of the flight. As you approach Osaka, the right side typically provides the best view of the Japanese coastline and the bridge architecture. Be prepared for direct sunlight during the middle of the flight; keep your shades down to help maintain cabin temperature.
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Rhine Valley
Aerial views of the winding river and historic European settlements in Germany.
Caucasus Mountains
The dramatic, snow-capped peaks of Georgia and Russia form a jagged northern horizon.
Aral Sea Basin
The hauntingly beautiful white salt flats and remnants of what was once a massive inland sea.
Gobi Desert
Vast stretches of orange dunes and rocky plateaus across Mongolia and Northern China.
Sea of Japan
The deep blue waters transition into the rugged coastline of the Japanese archipelago.
The left side is the 'cool side' on this eastbound route. Since the sun stays to the south, you avoid direct glare and cabin heat, making it perfect for long-exposure photography of the Siberian or Central Asian wilderness. For night flights, look for the faint glow of the Trans-Siberian railway hubs.
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Get eSIMs for JapanDistance: 9,626 km (5,981 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 11 hrs 19 min
Departure: CDG (49.012798, 2.55)
Arrival: KIX (34.42729949951172, 135.24400329589844)
Route Type: International
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