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Which side of the plane to sit from Fukuoka Airport (Fukuoka) to Kansai International Airport (Osaka)?

Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers breathtaking panoramic views of the Seto Inland Sea, featuring thousands of islands and the iconic Great Seto Bridge complex before landing at the man-made island of KIX.

Right Side Highlights
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Seto Inland Sea

Known as the 'Mediterranean of Japan,' you will see an endless array of small, pine-covered islands dotting the turquoise water.

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Mount Aso

In the distance to the south, the massive caldera and rising volcanic plumes of one of Japan's most active volcanoes may be visible.

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Great Seto Bridge

A series of double-deck bridges connecting Okayama and Kagawa prefectures, visible as a long white thread across the sea.

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Kansai Airport Island

A spectacular view of the entire artificial island and its distinctive terminal building during the banking turn for landing.

The right side is the undisputed winner for scenic beauty. For the best photography of the Seto Inland Sea islands, choose a morning flight to have the sun behind you. Keep your camera ready about 30 minutes into the flight for the Great Seto Bridge.

Left Side Highlights
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Kitakyushu City

A clear view of the industrial landscape and the urban sprawling of northern Kyushu shortly after takeoff.

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Kanmon Straits

The narrow body of water separating Japan's main islands of Honshu and Kyushu, with the Kanmon Bridge visible.

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Chugoku Mountains

Rugged terrain and deep valleys of the western Honshu mainland, often capped with snow in winter.

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Kobe Skyline

On the final approach, the dense urban landscape of Kobe nestled between the Rokko Mountains and the sea.

Sit on the left if you prefer cityscapes and mountain ranges. For late afternoon flights, this side avoids the direct glare of the sun, making it better for photography of the Chugoku coastline and Kobe's urban grid.

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Route Information

Distance: 452 km (281 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 45 min

Departure: FUK (33.585899353027344, 130.45100402832028)

Arrival: KIX (34.42729949951172, 135.24400329589844)

Route Type: Domestic

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