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IAD → ICN
Which side of the plane to sit from Washington Dulles International Airport (Washington) to Incheon International Airport (Seoul)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a front-row seat to the dramatic landscapes of the Far North, including the Siberian coastline and the world-famous volcanoes of the Kamchatka Peninsula.
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Arctic Archipelago
Stunning ice formations and frozen tundra over Northern Canada and the Arctic Circle.
Aurora Borealis
Frequent sightings of the Northern Lights during the dark polar segments of the flight.
Alaska Range
Distant views of Denali and the rugged, snow-dusted peaks of northern Alaska.
Kamchatka Volcanoes
A chain of active, snow-capped volcanoes along the Russian Far East coast.
Greater Seoul
Dramatic aerial views of the Han River and Incheon islands on the final descent.
Keep your window shade open during the mid-to-late flight segment over Russia to see the Kamchatka volcanoes. If flying during local night, dim your cabin screen to look for the Aurora Borealis. For arrival, the right side often provides better views of the Incheon Bridge and the coastal developments.
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Appalachian Mountains
Lush green ridges and valleys visible shortly after departure from Dulles.
The Great Lakes
Sweeping views of Lake Erie and Lake Huron as the flight tracks northwest.
Canadian Prairies
Geometric patterns of agricultural land in Manitoba and Saskatchewan.
Bering Sea Sunset
Spectacular long-lasting sunsets due to the westward travel speed.
Choose the left side if you prefer viewing the early departure over the Mid-Atlantic and Great Lakes. This side is also generally better for viewing the sunset during the long crossing over the Pacific. However, it misses the major mountain and volcanic highlights found on the opposite side.
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Get eSIMs for South KoreaDistance: 11,173 km (6,943 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 13 hrs 9 min
Departure: IAD (38.94449997, -77.45580292)
Arrival: ICN (37.46910095214844, 126.45099639892578)
Route Type: International
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