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FCO → NRT
Which side of the plane to sit from Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (Rome) to Narita International Airport (Tokyo)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is generally superior for this route because it offers potential views of the Turkish coastline, the Caspian Sea, and most importantly, a high probability of seeing Mount Fuji on the descent into Tokyo.
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Adriatic Coast
Beautiful views of the Italian and Balkan coastlines shortly after takeoff.
Anatolian Plateau
The rugged, high-altitude terrain of central Turkey and the Bosporus region.
Gobi Desert
Incredible orange and red earth patterns across southern Mongolia and Northern China.
Mount Fuji
The iconic peak is often visible to the south on the standard STAR arrival route into Narita.
Tokyo Bay
The sprawling urban expanse and massive shipping infrastructure of the Kanto region.
Seat yourself on the right for the best chance to see Mount Fuji. During the descent (usually the last 30-45 minutes), keep your eyes peeled. If the flight arrives in the morning, the light hitting the mountain is spectacular. However, be aware that during mid-day, the sun will be on this side, which can make the cabin warmer and photography more difficult due to glare.
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The Caucasus Range
Dramatic views of the snow-capped peaks between the Black and Caspian Seas.
Central Asian Steppes
Vast, seemingly endless grasslands across Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan.
Siberian Perimeter
The rugged, frozen landscapes of the Russian-Mongolian border regions.
Sea of Japan
The final water crossing before reaching the northern coast of Honshu.
The left side is excellent for observing the remote wilderness of the northern corridor. Since this is an eastbound flight, you will be facing north, meaning the sun will be behind or to the right of the plane for much of the journey, reducing glare on your window and making it better for photography of the landscape below.
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Get eSIMs for JapanDistance: 9,906 km (6,155 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 11 hrs 39 min
Departure: FCO (41.8002778, 12.2388889)
Arrival: NRT (35.764701843299996, 140.386001587)
Route Type: International
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