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CEB → NRT
Which side of the plane to sit from Mactan Cebu International Airport (Cebu) to Narita International Airport (Tokyo)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is the clear winner, offering a spectacular sequence of Philippine mountain ranges followed by a high-probability view of Mount Fuji during the descent into Narita.
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Cebu and Olango
Aerial perspectives of Mactan Island and the surrounding turquoise reefs immediately after takeoff.
Sierra Madre Range
The rugged, forested peaks of Luzon's eastern mountain range stretching along the coastline.
Babuyan Islands
Remote volcanic islands located in the Luzon Strait between the Philippines and Taiwan.
Mount Fuji
The iconic snow-capped peak is often visible to the west during the standard arrival route into Narita.
Tokyo Skyline
Panoramic views of the world's largest metropolitan area as the aircraft banks for final approach.
To see Mount Fuji, look out approximately 20 to 30 minutes before touchdown. Morning flights are ideal for these views as clouds often gather around the mountain by the afternoon. Ensure you are seated forward of the wing to prevent engine exhaust from blurring your photos of the Japanese Alps.
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Vast, deep blue views of the Pacific Ocean's western edge throughout the mid-flight.
Samar Island
Occasional views of the lush, tropical northern tip of Samar shortly after departure.
Izu Islands
A chain of volcanic islands, including Oshima, visible during the descent into the Kanto region.
Kujukuri Beach
The massive 60km sandy arc of Chiba's coastline visible just before entering the Narita pattern.
Pacific Shipping Lanes
Large cargo vessels and tankers queuing for entry into the busy ports of Tokyo Bay.
This side is perfect for capturing the sunrise on early morning red-eye flights from Cebu. While there is less land to see during the cruise, the approach over the Boso Peninsula offers excellent views of the Japanese coastline and rural Chiba landscapes.
Book Hotels in TokyoDistance: 3,280 km (2,038 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 52 min
Departure: CEB (10.307499885559, 123.97899627686)
Arrival: NRT (35.764701843299996, 140.386001587)
Route Type: International
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