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DEL → NRT
Which side of the plane to sit from Indira Gandhi International Airport (Delhi) to Narita International Airport (Tokyo)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the most dramatic mountain scenery on Earth, featuring the majestic Himalayan range and the high-altitude landscapes of the Tibetan Plateau.
Great Himalayan Range
Within the first hour of flight, witness the world's highest peaks, including distant views of Annapurna and Everest.
Tibetan Plateau
Aerial perspective of the 'Roof of the World', showcasing vast high-altitude deserts and turquoise glacial lakes.
Gobi Desert Fringes
View the arid, rugged terrain of Northern China as the flight path skirts the southern edge of the Gobi.
Bohai Sea
As you exit mainland China, the coastline of the Bohai Sea and the Korean Peninsula come into view.
Seoul & Incheon
On northern tracks, the metropolitan sprawl of the South Korean capital is often visible to the left.
Request a seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. Choose a morning departure from Delhi to ensure the sun is behind the aircraft, illuminating the Himalayas perfectly for photography. Seasonal clarity is best from October to December when the post-monsoon air is crisp and free of dust haze.
Yangtze River Basin
Follow the winding path of Asia's longest river as it carves through central China.
Shanghai Metropolis
Depending on the ATC corridor, you may see the massive urban expansion and busy ports of the Shanghai region.
East China Sea
A long stretch over the deep blue waters, often filled with container ships heading to major Asian ports.
Mount Fuji
The ultimate prize; during the descent into Narita, the iconic cone of Fuji is usually visible on the right if approaching from the west.
Boso Peninsula
Dramatic views of the Chiba coastline and the industrial landscape surrounding Tokyo Bay during final approach.
The right side is essential for the iconic Mount Fuji photo during the arrival phase. Since flights from Delhi typically arrive in Tokyo in the evening or early morning, look for Fuji's silhouette against the sunset or dawn. Keep your camera ready about 30-40 minutes before landing, as the pilot often banks right, providing a clear angle of the peak.
Distance: 5,909 km (3,672 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 6 hrs 57 min
Departure: DEL (28.5665, 77.103104)
Arrival: NRT (35.764701843299996, 140.386001587)
Route Type: International
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