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KCZ → ITM
Which side of the plane to sit from Kōchi Ryōma Airport (Kochi) to Osaka International Airport (Osaka)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior view of the Shikoku mountain range and offers a spectacular, close-up perspective of the Kobe skyline and Mount Rokko during the iconic descent into Itami.
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Shikoku Central Range
View the lush, folded green peaks of central Shikoku shortly after departure from Kochi.
Akashi Kaikyo Bridge
Spot the world's longest suspension bridge in the distance connecting Awaji Island to the mainland.
Kobe Waterfront
Dramatic views of the Port of Kobe and the urban sprawl during the final approach phase.
Mount Rokko
The aircraft flies parallel to this iconic mountain range just before touchdown at Itami Airport.
Choose the left side for the famous urban landing experience. During sunset flights, the Seto Inland Sea and Shikoku mountains are beautifully illuminated. Keep your camera ready as the plane enters the final descent over the Kobe-Osaka corridor for dense city views.
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Tosa Bay
Panoramic views of the Pacific coastline and the deep blue waters of Tosa Bay immediately after takeoff.
Cape Muroto
Observe the distinct triangular geological point of southeastern Shikoku jutting into the Pacific.
Kii Channel
Watch the heavy maritime traffic navigating the waters between the Kii Peninsula and Shikoku.
Osaka Skyline
Catch glimpses of the Abeno Harukas skyscraper and the southern Osaka urban landscape on clear days.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare from the south. It provides the best perspective of the coastline of the Kii Peninsula. Look for the massive port infrastructure of Osaka Bay as the plane makes its final turn toward the runway.
Book Hotels in OsakaDistance: 213 km (132 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 21 min
Departure: KCZ (33.546101, 133.669006)
Arrival: ITM (34.785499572753906, 135.43800354003906)
Route Type: Domestic
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