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HND → SEA
Which side of the plane to sit from Tokyo Haneda International Airport (Tokyo) to Seattle Tacoma International Airport (Seattle)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side follows the northern arc of the Great Circle route, offering views of the volcanic Ring of Fire and the rugged Alaskan coastline.
Tokyo Bay
Aerial views of the Chiba coastline and the Boso Peninsula immediately following departure from Haneda.
Kuril Islands
A series of dramatic volcanic peaks stretching from Hokkaido toward the Kamchatka Peninsula.
Kamchatka Peninsula
Views of Russia's remote eastern wilderness, featuring massive snow-capped volcanoes like Klyuchevskaya Sopka.
Aleutian Islands
Rugged and desolate volcanic islands dotting the boundary between the North Pacific and the Bering Sea.
Gulf of Alaska
Spectacular sightings of coastal glaciers and the massive peaks of the Saint Elias Mountains.
Vancouver Island
The dense evergreen forests and jagged coastline of British Columbia as the flight enters North American airspace.
This side is the best choice for land-spotting. As HND-SEA flights typically cross the International Date Line and fly toward the sunrise, expect the best views during the second half of the flight. Seasonal winter flights may offer incredible views of the Aurora Borealis over the North Pacific if the sky is dark and clear.
Pacific Horizon
Unobstructed views of the vast Pacific Ocean, offering beautiful transitions during sunrise.
Mount Rainier
The iconic 14,411-foot peak is often visible on the right side during the final descent into Seattle.
Puget Sound
Intricate waterways and islands of the Pacific Northwest visible as the plane enters the landing pattern.
Seattle Skyline
Excellent views of the Space Needle and downtown skyscrapers depending on the specific landing runway.
While mostly providing ocean views, the right side is the prime spot for seeing Mount Rainier on a clear day during the final 20 minutes of the flight. If the plane lands toward the south (Runway 16), the right side offers the best views of the Olympic Mountains and the city.
Distance: 7,712 km (4,792 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 9 hrs 4 min
Departure: HND (35.552299, 139.779999)
Arrival: SEA (47.449001, -122.308998)
Route Type: International
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