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CTS → GUM
Which side of the plane to sit from New Chitose Airport (Sapporo) to Antonio B. Won Pat International Airport (Agana)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers the most iconic views, including a potential sighting of Mount Fuji and the rugged eastern coastline of the Japanese archipelago.
Mount Fuji
The most sought-after view; Japan's iconic peak is often visible on the horizon about 90-120 minutes into the flight.
Kanto Coastline
Detailed views of the Boso Peninsula, Tokyo Bay entrance, and the industrial landscape of the Kanto region.
Izu Peninsula
Scenic vistas of the mountainous volcanic peninsula and its jagged coastline south of Mount Fuji.
Philippine Sea
Transition into the deep, clear waters of the Philippine Sea as the plane approaches the Mariana Islands.
Guam North Coast
Spectacular views of Guam's turquoise coral reefs and limestone cliffs during the descent into Tamuning.
The right side is essential for photographers. To see Mount Fuji, ensure you book a window seat away from the wing. During the final approach into Guam, the right side often provides a better view of the Philippine Sea and the island's northwestern reefs. Expect direct sunlight for much of the southward journey.
Pacific Horizon
Expansive views of the deep blue Pacific Ocean as you traverse the Izu-Bonin-Mariana Arc.
Izu Islands
Aerial perspective of the volcanic island chain stretching south from Tokyo, including Miyake-jima and Mikura-jima.
Ocean Sunrise
On morning departures, this side provides front-row seats to the sun rising over the Pacific horizon.
Maritime Traffic
Spot large cargo vessels and tankers navigating the busy shipping lanes south of mainland Japan.
Choose this side for a tranquil flight experience with less direct sunlight during the afternoon. It is ideal for spotting the remote Ogasawara Islands (Bonin Islands) roughly halfway through the journey, provided the flight path remains slightly to the east.
Distance: 3,271 km (2,033 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 51 min
Departure: CTS (42.77519989013672, 141.69200134277344)
Arrival: GUM (13.4834003448, 144.796005249)
Route Type: International
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