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CPH → NRT
Which side of the plane to sit from Copenhagen Kastrup Airport (Copenhagen) to Narita International Airport (Tokyo)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side (Port) is superior for this long-haul journey, primarily due to the likelihood of witnessing the Aurora Borealis during the night segments over the Arctic and the spectacular views of the Greenland ice sheet and Hokkaido's rugged coastline upon arrival.
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Greenland Ice Sheet
Spectacular views of the massive inland ice cap and coastal glaciers during the initial hours.
Aurora Borealis
On night flights during winter months, this side faces north, offering the best chance to see the Northern Lights.
Bering Strait
The geographic boundary where the edges of Asia and North America come closest together.
Hokkaido Coastline
The rugged, forested mountains of Japan's northernmost island as you enter Japanese airspace.
Chiba Peninsula
Aerial views of the coastal cities and industrial zones as the plane aligns for its final approach.
Choose a window seat behind the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the horizon. If flying during the Northern Hemisphere's winter, keep the cabin dark and your eyes peeled for the Aurora Borealis over the Arctic regions. As the flight approaches Japan, the left side provides the first view of the Japanese archipelago's northern tip.
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Swedish Archipelago
Beautiful views of the thousands of small islands off the coast of Sweden shortly after takeoff.
Arctic Ocean Ice
Observations of the shifting polar ice pack and deep blue leads in the water from high altitude.
Japanese Alps
The snow-capped peaks of central Honshu visible in the distance during the descent phase.
Tokyo Bay
Vast numbers of cargo ships and tankers navigating the busy waters near the Boso Peninsula.
Mount Fuji
On clear days and specific approach paths, the iconic cone can sometimes be spotted far to the west.
The right side is excellent for catching the departure views over Scandinavia. During the descent into Narita, this side often yields better views of the Japanese mainland's interior geography. If the flight arrives in the morning, the light on this side is softer, which is better for photography of the landscape below.
Book Hotels in TokyoDistance: 8,712 km (5,413 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 10 hrs 15 min
Departure: CPH (55.617900848389, 12.656000137329)
Arrival: NRT (35.764701843299996, 140.386001587)
Route Type: International
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