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GUM → CTS
Which side of the plane to sit from Antonio B. Won Pat International Airport (Agana) to New Chitose Airport (Sapporo)?
Left Side of the Plane
Flying north from Guam, the left side provides the best opportunities to see the Izu Island chain, the iconic peak of Mount Fuji, and the dramatic volcanic landscapes of southern Hokkaido during the descent into Sapporo.
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Tumon Bay
Crystal clear waters and coral reefs of Guam's primary resort area immediately after takeoff.
Izu Islands
A string of volcanic islands including Hachijojima and Oshima rising sharply from the Philippine Sea.
Mount Fuji
Japan's highest peak is often visible in the distance when passing the Shizuoka and Kanagawa coastline.
Lake Towada
A stunning double caldera lake located on the border between Akita and Aomori prefectures in northern Honshu.
Mount Yotei
Often called Ezo Fuji, this symmetrical cinder cone is a highlight during the final approach to New Chitose Airport.
Seat yourself on the left for daytime flights to maximize visibility of the Japanese mainland. Mount Fuji typically appears about 3 hours into the flight. During the descent, keep your camera ready for the Shikotsu-Toya National Park peaks. Early afternoon flights provide the best lighting for the Hokkaido terrain.
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Two Lovers Point
The dramatic limestone cliffs of northern Guam visible shortly after departure from GUM.
Boso Peninsula
The rugged entrance to Tokyo Bay and the industrial coastline of Chiba Prefecture visible from the coast.
Pacific Horizon
Uninterrupted views of the vast Pacific Ocean, spectacular during early morning sunrises.
Yufutsu Plain
The expansive flatlands of southern Hokkaido leading toward the Chitose airport area during landing.
Choose the right side if you prefer the vastness of the Pacific and want to see the rugged Sanriku coastline of northern Honshu. This side is particularly good for early morning flights to avoid direct sun glare while capturing the sunrise over the ocean. In winter, look for sea ice patterns if the flight path takes you further east over the Pacific.
Book Hotels in SapporoDistance: 3,271 km (2,033 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 51 min
Departure: GUM (13.4834003448, 144.796005249)
Arrival: CTS (42.77519989013672, 141.69200134277344)
Route Type: International
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