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Our Recommendation
8.7

Left Side of the Plane

The Left Side (Port) is generally superior for this long-haul transpacific journey as it faces North for the majority of the flight, offering potential views of the Northern Lights during winter months and more dramatic terrain views of the Alaskan and Canadian wilderness.

Left Side Highlights
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East Sea/Sea of Japan

Initial views of the coastline as you depart the Korean peninsula and head toward Northern Japan.

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Alaska Range

Breathtaking views of Denali and the rugged, snow-capped peaks of the Alaska Range if the flight path tracks over the mainland.

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Aurora Borealis

During winter months and night segments, the northern horizon often reveals the dancing green lights of the Aurora.

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Canadian Tundra

The stark, beautiful landscape of the Northwest Territories and the Canadian Shield, characterized by thousands of glacial lakes.

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Lake Superior

The immense, ocean-like expanse of the largest of the Great Lakes as the plane crosses into the United States.

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Appalachian Mountains

The rolling, forested ridges of the Appalachians as the flight descends toward the Georgia border.

Choose the left side for the best chance of seeing the Northern Lights during the middle 6-8 hours of the flight if traveling between October and March. Keep your window shade down during sleep periods but peak out when the cabin lights are dimmed to avoid glare. As you approach Atlanta from the north, this side often provides views of the North Georgia mountains.

Right Side Highlights
7.4
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Hokkaido Coastline

Last views of East Asia, featuring the rugged northern coast of Japan's second-largest island.

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Aleutian Islands

On clear days, see the volcanic chain stretching across the Pacific, often shrouded in dramatic cloud formations.

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Canadian Rockies

Distant views of the jagged peaks where the prairies meet the mountains near the US-Canada border.

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Midwest Patchwork

The iconic geometric patterns of American agriculture across the Great Plains and the Mississippi River Valley.

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Nashville Skyline

Frequently visible during the descent phase, providing a clear landmark shortly before entering Georgia airspace.

The right side is better for those who prefer consistent sunlight during the day segments of the flight. It offers excellent views of the American 'heartland' landscapes. During the final approach into ATL, the right side may offer views of the Atlanta downtown skyline if the airport is landing to the West (Runway 26L/27R).

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Route Information

Distance: 11,487 km (7,138 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 13 hrs 31 min

Departure: ICN (37.46910095214844, 126.45099639892578)

Arrival: ATL (33.6367, -84.428101)

Route Type: International

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