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Which side of the plane to sit from Fukuoka Airport (Fukuoka) to Narita International Airport (Tokyo)?

Our Recommendation
9.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side is the premier choice for this route, primarily because it offers the most iconic and unobstructed view of Mount Fuji as the aircraft passes through the Shizuoka area.

Left Side Highlights
9.5
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Kanmon Straits

View of the narrow waterway and the bridge connecting the islands of Kyushu and Honshu shortly after takeoff.

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Seto Inland Sea

A stunning panoramic view of hundreds of small islands and the Shimanami Kaido bridge system.

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Chugoku Mountains

The rugged interior peaks of western Honshu, which look particularly beautiful when snow-capped in winter.

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Mount Fuji

The absolute highlight; the plane usually passes south of the peak, providing a majestic view of the cone and Lake Ashi.

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Tokyo Cityscape

As the flight approaches Narita, you can often see the Tokyo Skytree and the massive urban sprawl of the Kanto region.

Book a window seat ahead of the wing for the clearest views. Mount Fuji typically appears about 60 to 75 minutes after departure. Morning flights are highly recommended as the air is clearer and the sun illuminates the eastern face of the mountain, while afternoon flights may face haze or cloud cover.

Right Side Highlights
7.2
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Pacific Coastline

Continuous views of the deep blue Pacific Ocean and the southern coast of Shikoku Island.

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Kii Peninsula

The dense forests and dramatic coastal cliffs of Wakayama prefecture, known for its sacred pilgrimage routes.

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Izu Islands

Distant views of the volcanic island chain stretching south into the Pacific, including Oshima and Niijima.

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Boso Peninsula

The lush greenery and sandy beaches of Chiba prefecture as the aircraft lines up for its final approach to Narita.

The right side is ideal if you prefer vast ocean horizons and coastal geography. It is also the better side for sunset views on late afternoon flights. During the descent into Narita, the right side often provides a great view of the Kujukuri Beach coastline.

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Route Information

Distance: 940 km (584 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 34 min

Departure: FUK (33.585899353027344, 130.45100402832028)

Arrival: NRT (35.764701843299996, 140.386001587)

Route Type: Domestic

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