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CTS → ICN
Which side of the plane to sit from New Chitose Airport (Sapporo) to Incheon International Airport (Seoul)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior vantage point for viewing the volcanic landscapes of Hokkaido, the rugged coastline of northern Honshu, and a spectacular urban panorama of Seoul during the final approach into Incheon.
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Lake Shikotsu
A crystal-clear volcanic caldera lake located just south of Sapporo, visible shortly after takeoff from New Chitose.
Tsugaru Strait
The deep-water channel separating Japan's main islands of Hokkaido and Honshu, often dotted with ferries and cargo ships.
Tohoku Coastline
Breathtaking views of the Sanriku coast's jagged cliffs and the distant, snow-capped peaks of the Ou Mountains.
Seoul Cityscape
As the plane aligns for landing at ICN, you can often spot the Han River and the Lotte World Tower in the distance.
Incheon Bridge
One of the longest cable-stayed bridges in the world, connecting the mainland to the airport island.
Choose a window seat on the left (usually 'A') for the best morning light on the Japanese mountains. During winter, the contrast between the deep blue Sea of Japan and the snow-covered Tohoku region is exceptionally photogenic. Ensure you are looking out about 20 minutes before landing for the best Seoul city views.
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Otaru Peninsula
Rugged coastal cliffs and the scenic coastline of the Shakotan Peninsula visible during the initial climb.
Sea of Japan
A vast expanse of deep blue water where you can occasionally spot international shipping lanes and fishing fleets.
Incheon Islands
An archipelago of small, green islands in the Yellow Sea visible during the descent into the airport.
Yellow Sea Sunset
On late afternoon flights, this side provides a front-row seat to the sun dipping below the horizon over the water.
The right side (usually 'F' or 'K') is ideal for evening flights to witness the sunset over the Yellow Sea. While the middle of the flight is mostly over water, the approach into Incheon provides unique views of the tidal flats and salt marshes of the Korean west coast.
Book Hotels in SeoulDistance: 1,421 km (883 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 54 min
Departure: CTS (42.77519989013672, 141.69200134277344)
Arrival: ICN (37.46910095214844, 126.45099639892578)
Route Type: International
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