Loading map...
HNL → ICN
Which side of the plane to sit from Daniel K Inouye International Airport (Honolulu) to Incheon International Airport (Seoul)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior lighting for photography as it faces north, avoiding the direct glare of the sun. It provides excellent views of Pearl Harbor upon departure and the rugged mountain ranges of Northern Honshu during the Japan transit.
Search flights from HNL to ICN
Pearl Harbor
Clear views of the historic naval base, including the USS Arizona Memorial and Ford Island shortly after takeoff.
Waianae Mountain Range
The dramatic, jagged volcanic ridges of western Oahu as the flight leaves the islands behind.
Tohoku Mountains
As the flight crosses the Japanese mainland, look for the snow-capped peaks of Northern Honshu, particularly beautiful in winter.
Yellow Sea Archipelagos
Clusters of small, rocky islands and fishing vessels appearing as the plane begins its descent into South Korea.
Sit on the right for the best photographic conditions. About 8 to 9 hours into the flight, keep a close watch for the landfall over Japan; the contrast between the deep ocean and the rugged Japanese coastline is a trip highlight. On arrival at ICN, the right side often provides a clearer view of the North Korean coastline in the far distance if the approach path takes you north of the airport.
Book Hotels in Seoul
Waikiki & Diamond Head
Aerial perspective of Honolulu's most famous beach and the iconic volcanic tuff cone during the initial climb.
Central Pacific Vista
Uninterrupted views of the deep blue Pacific Ocean, showcasing the vast scale of the sea.
Tokyo Bay & Boso
Distant views of the Kanto coastline and the sprawling urbanization of the Greater Tokyo Area.
Incheon Grand Bridge
A stunning view of the 21.38km cable-stayed bridge connecting Songdo and Incheon International Airport.
The left side is southern-facing for the majority of this westbound flight, meaning you will encounter intense sunlight. For the best views of Honolulu's skyline, hope for a 'Kona Wind' takeoff or a standard loop back. Keep your window shade down during the mid-flight cruise to keep the cabin cool, as the sun will be directly hitting this side of the aircraft.
Get eSIMs for United States
Get eSIMs for South KoreaDistance: 7,353 km (4,569 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 8 hrs 39 min
Departure: HNL (21.32062, -157.924228)
Arrival: ICN (37.46910095214844, 126.45099639892578)
Route Type: International
Thank you for booking your travels through our travel partners. The commissions from your bookings keep this site running.