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HIJ → TPE
Which side of the plane to sit from Hiroshima Airport (Hiroshima) to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (Taipei)?
Right Side of the Plane
Choosing the right side provides a front-row seat to the scenic Seto Inland Sea and the volcanic landscapes of Kyushu, followed by a beautiful approach into Northern Taiwan.
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Seto Inland Sea
Marvel at the intricate patterns of thousands of small islands and bridge networks near Hiroshima.
Iwakuni Coastline
Get a clear view of the coastal industrial landscape and the Iwakuni Marine Corps Air Station.
Mount Aso
Fly near one of the world's largest volcanic calderas located in the heart of Kyushu.
Goto Islands
Spot the scenic, rugged archipelago off the western coast of Nagasaki before heading over open water.
Northern Taiwan Coast
Witness the dramatic cliffs and the winding Tamsui River as the plane prepares to land at Taoyuan.
The right side is ideal for afternoon departures to witness the sunset over the East China Sea. Keep your camera ready approximately 30-40 minutes after takeoff for the best views of the Kyushu volcanic geography. On the final approach to TPE, the right side often offers views of the Taipei 101 skyscraper in the distance if the flight path circles from the north.
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Shikoku Mountains
View the misty and jagged ridges of the Shikoku range shortly after takeoff.
Sakurajima
On southerly routes, catch a distant glimpse of this active volcano smoking in Kagoshima Bay.
Ryukyu Archipelago
Observe the chain of small, coral-fringed islands scattered across the East China Sea.
Pacific Horizon
Enjoy the vast, deep blue expanse where the East China Sea meets the Pacific Ocean.
Taiwan Central Range
See the towering peaks of Taiwan's interior rising above the clouds during the descent.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare. This side is preferable for spotting the high-altitude 'spine' of Taiwan as you cross the coastline. During winter months, the Central Mountain Range is often capped with snow, making for a dramatic entrance into Taipei.
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Get eSIMs for TaiwanDistance: 1,533 km (953 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 3 min
Departure: HIJ (34.4361000061, 132.91900634799998)
Arrival: TPE (25.0777, 121.233002)
Route Type: International
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