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CTS → HNL
Which side of the plane to sit from New Chitose Airport (Sapporo) to Daniel K Inouye International Airport (Honolulu)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the Hokkaido coastline during departure and a breathtaking perspective of Oahu's North Shore and Pearl Harbor during the morning arrival into Honolulu.
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Hokkaido Coastline
View the twinkling lights of Tomakomai and the rugged southeastern coast of Hokkaido shortly after takeoff from New Chitose.
Pacific Starfield
On this overnight route, the left side provides a clear, unencumbered view of northern constellations away from city light pollution.
Oahu North Shore
As the plane begins its descent, catch glimpses of the famous surf breaks and lush green ridges of Oahu's northern coastline.
Pearl Harbor
On a standard approach to Runway 8L, you get a direct view of the USS Arizona Memorial and the historic naval base.
For the best experience, choose a seat well ahead of the wing to avoid engine heat distortion. As most flights on this route are overnight red-eyes, the highlights occur in the first 30 minutes and the final hour. Keep your window shade closed during the middle of the flight to avoid waking others when the sun rises over the Pacific.
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Mount Eniwa
Visible if the aircraft departs toward the north and banks south, offering views of the volcanic peaks surrounding Lake Shikotsu.
Pacific Sunrise
A front-row seat to a spectacular sunrise over the open ocean horizon approximately 90 minutes before landing.
Waianae Mountain Range
View the older, western volcanic mountains of Oahu as the aircraft aligns with the approach path into Daniel K. Inouye International.
The right side is ideal for passengers who prefer to avoid the direct morning sun during the final descent into Honolulu. While the views are mostly of the open ocean, the sunrise over the Pacific can be stunning. Ensure your camera is ready for the high-contrast light as you approach the islands.
Book Hotels in HonoluluDistance: 6,028 km (3,746 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 7 hrs 6 min
Departure: CTS (42.77519989013672, 141.69200134277344)
Arrival: HNL (21.32062, -157.924228)
Route Type: International
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