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Our Recommendation
8.8

Right Side of the Plane

The Right Side offers a superior scenic experience, featuring the dramatic Caucasus Mountains, the edges of the Tibetan Plateau, and a spectacular coastal approach over the Kii Peninsula and Kansai region of Japan.

Right Side Highlights
8.8
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Caucasus Range

Jagged, high-altitude peaks and deep valleys provide a dramatic backdrop as the flight moves into Central Asia.

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Tibetan Plateau Fringes

Witness the rugged, high-altitude terrain often referred to as the Roof of the World as you bypass Northern Tibet.

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Yangtze River Basin

View the intricate network of rivers and the massive scale of the Yangtze as it snakes through the Chinese mainland.

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Kansai Urban Sprawl

Breathtaking views of the continuous cityscapes of Osaka, Kobe, and Kyoto during the descent into Central Japan.

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Kii Peninsula Coast

The lush, mountainous terrain of the Kii Peninsula meets the deep blue of the Pacific Ocean just before landing.

The right side is highly recommended for the sunrise, which occurs over the East China Sea as you near Japan. This side provides the best vantage point for the most iconic geographic features of the route, including the transition from the high mountains of the Caucasus to the coastal plains of Honshu.

Left Side Highlights
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Baltic Sea Archipelago

Stunning views of the Finnish coastline and the thousands of islands in the Baltic Sea immediately after takeoff.

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Tian Shan Peaks

Sharp, snow-covered mountain ridges visible while crossing the border between Kazakhstan and Western China.

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Gobi Desert

The vast and rippling golden sands of the Gobi provide a minimalist and alien landscape for several hours.

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Seoul Metropolitan Area

The massive urban glow and coastal lights of the South Korean capital are often visible during the night transit.

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Nagoya Port

A detailed view of the massive industrial shipping lanes and coastal infrastructure of Ise Bay upon final approach.

Opt for the left side if you enjoy desert geography and want to avoid direct sunlight for a large portion of the flight. During winter months, this side offers the best chance to spot the Aurora Borealis during the initial hours of the flight while still in northern latitudes.

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Route Information

Distance: 7,761 km (4,822 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 9 hrs 8 min

Departure: HEL (60.317199707031, 24.963300704956)

Arrival: NGO (34.8583984375, 136.80499267578122)

Route Type: International

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