Passengers on the right side will enjoy views of the Khabarovsk city skyline and the vast confluence of the Amur and Ussuri rivers during the initial climb.
The left side provides a front-row seat to the iconic 'home volcanoes'βKoryaksky and Avachinskyβduring the descent into Kamchatka, offering a dramatic entry into the peninsula.
The right side offers a peerless view of the Selenga River Delta and the expansive blue of Lake Baikal during the descent into Irkutsk.
The right side is generally superior for this route as it offers the most dramatic views of the Sea of Okhotsk and the mountainous coastal approach into Magadan's Nagayev Bay.
The left side offers a superior view of the southern tip of Lake Baikal and the dramatic peaks of the Sayan Mountains as you traverse Siberia.
The right side is generally preferred for this westbound route as it avoids the direct glare of the southern sun, providing consistent lighting for viewing the vast Siberian wilderness, major river crossings, and the northern stretches of the Ural Mountains.
The right side offers a superior view of the inland Korean mountains and, most importantly, the stunning urban sprawl of Seoul and the Han River during the descent into Incheon.
The right side provides the most dramatic views of the Sea of Okhotsk coastline, potential sightings of the Shantar Islands, and a better perspective of the rugged Kolyma mountain ranges during the transit to Chukotka.
The left side offers a more diverse landscape, featuring the majestic southern shores of Lake Baikal, the rugged Sayan Mountains, and the sweeping bends of the Amur and Selenga rivers.
The left side offers superior views of the majestic Lena River valley and the rugged Stanovoy Range, with the sun often highlighting the river's complex braided channels during afternoon flights.
The left side of the aircraft offers a front-row seat to the Amur River, which serves as the international border between Russia and China throughout the flight.
The right side offers a superior view of the Japanese mainland upon entry, including the dramatic Japanese Alps and the iconic peak of Mount Fuji during the descent into the Kanto region.
The left side provides the most iconic landmarks of the Trans-Siberian corridor, including a spectacular view of Lake Baikal and the major industrial cities of the Ural and Siberian regions.