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HNL → TPE
Which side of the plane to sit from Daniel K Inouye International Airport (Honolulu) to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (Taipei)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides the most iconic views of the Hawaiian coastline upon departure, including Waikiki and Diamond Head, and typically offers superior vistas of the rugged northern Taiwan coastline and Keelung Harbor during the arrival phase.
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Waikiki Skyline
Stunning panoramic views of the Honolulu high-rises and the famous beach strip.
Diamond Head
The iconic volcanic crater is often visible during the standard departure turn to the west.
Keelung Harbor
A bird's-eye view of Taiwan's major northern port city nestled in a narrow valley.
Yangmingshan National Park
Lush, volcanic mountain ranges visible during the descent into the Taipei basin.
Northern Taiwan Cliffs
Dramatic rock formations where the mountains meet the East China Sea near the end of the journey.
Request a seat on the right for the classic 'Hawaii postcard' view during takeoff. For the arrival at TPE, these seats usually face the mountains rather than the sea, offering a much more scenic descent. If the flight arrives in the early morning, the lighting on the Taiwanese mountains is spectacular.
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Pearl Harbor
Direct aerial views of the historic naval base and the USS Arizona Memorial shortly after takeoff.
Ewa Beach
Clear sights of the southwestern Oahu coastline as the plane climbs to cruising altitude.
Pacific Horizon
Prime viewing for the sunset during westbound evening flights across the International Date Line.
Taoyuan Coastline
Industrial landscapes and the wind turbines along the western coast of Taiwan during final approach.
On the left side, be prepared for significant glare during daytime flights as the sun will be positioned to the south. It is the better side for historical buffs wanting to see the layout of Pearl Harbor during the initial climb out of HNL.
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Get eSIMs for TaiwanDistance: 8,144 km (5,060 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 9 hrs 35 min
Departure: HNL (21.32062, -157.924228)
Arrival: TPE (25.0777, 121.233002)
Route Type: International
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