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HND → KUL
Which side of the plane to sit from Tokyo Haneda International Airport (Tokyo) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (Kuala Lumpur)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is highly recommended primarily for the iconic view of Mount Fuji shortly after takeoff from Haneda, along with the scenic Japanese coastline and the islands of the East China Sea.
Mount Fuji
The absolute highlight; Japan's tallest peak is clearly visible on the right side within 15-20 minutes of departing Haneda.
Suruga Bay
The deepest bay in Japan, offering a stunning contrast between the blue sea and the rugged Shizuoka coastline.
Nagoya & Ise Bay
Panoramic views of the Chubu region's major industrial hubs and the intricate coastline of the Kii Peninsula.
Okinawa Reefs
Vibrant turquoise coral reefs and the emerald islands of the Ryukyu archipelago visible through clear subtropical skies.
Vietnam Coast
If the flight path hugs the western corridor, the central Vietnamese coastline near Da Nang may be visible across the sea.
Secure a window seat on the right for the iconic Mount Fuji photo opportunity. Morning flights (08:00 - 11:00) offer the best lighting for the mountain before clouds typically develop around the peak in the afternoon. Ensure you are seated away from the wing for an unobstructed view of the Japanese Alps.
Tokyo Bay & Boso
Aerial perspective of the sprawling Tokyo metropolis and the industrial landscape of the Boso Peninsula during climb-out.
Izu Islands
A chain of volcanic islands stretching south into the Pacific, including Oshima and Niijima.
Pacific Horizon
Uninterrupted views of the deep blue Pacific Ocean, ideal for observing dramatic tropical weather systems and cloud formations.
Luzon Coastline
Distant views of the northern Philippine islands may be visible depending on the specific seasonal air corridor.
Sepang Plantations
Characteristic grid patterns of vast palm oil estates and tropical greenery as the aircraft descends into Kuala Lumpur.
Choose this side for softer morning light and to avoid the direct glare of the afternoon sun when flying southwest. On final approach to KUL, this side often provides a clearer view of the Malaysian countryside and the Strait of Malacca's busy shipping lanes.
Distance: 5,350 km (3,324 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 6 hrs 18 min
Departure: HND (35.552299, 139.779999)
Arrival: KUL (2.7455799579619997, 101.70999908446998)
Route Type: International
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