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DEN → NRT
Which side of the plane to sit from Denver International Airport (Denver) to Narita International Airport (Tokyo)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side (Starboard) is superior for this long-haul route as it follows a 'Great Circle' path. This trajectory takes the aircraft over the Canadian Rockies, the spectacular glaciers of Alaska, and the volcanic peaks of the Kamchatka Peninsula before following the Japanese coastline south to Narita.
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Alaskan Wilderness
Stunning views of the Alaska Range and the massive glaciers of the Wrangell-St. Elias region.
Kamchatka Volcanoes
Active, conical volcanoes and rugged terrain along the coast of the Russian Far East.
Hokkaido Coastline
The dramatic cliffs and green landscapes of Japan's northernmost main island.
Aurora Borealis
On winter night flights, the northern horizon often glows with the Northern Lights.
Aleutian Islands
Small volcanic islands dotting the transition between the Bering Sea and the Pacific.
This is the 'scenic side' for the majority of the flight. Timing is everything; ensure you are awake approximately 4 to 6 hours into the flight to catch the Alaskan peaks. If flying during the winter months on an overnight schedule, the right side provides the only chance to see the Aurora Borealis. Avoid seats over the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the Russian and Japanese coastlines during the final 3 hours.
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Front Range Rockies
Immediate views of the snow-capped Colorado mountains shortly after takeoff from Denver.
North Pacific Ocean
Hours of serene, deep-blue ocean views stretching toward the horizon.
Mount Fuji
On clear days during the final descent into Narita, the iconic peak may be visible to the southwest.
Sit on the left if you want the best view of the Colorado Rockies during ascent. For the approach into Tokyo, keep your window shade open during the final 45 minutes; if the flight path approaches from the northeast, Mount Fuji often appears on this side. Use a polarizing filter for photos to cut through the high-altitude haze over the Pacific.
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Get eSIMs for JapanDistance: 9,293 km (5,774 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 10 hrs 56 min
Departure: DEN (39.861698150635, -104.672996521)
Arrival: NRT (35.764701843299996, 140.386001587)
Route Type: International
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