Loading map...
KIJ → NGO
Which side of the plane to sit from Niigata Airport (Niigata) to Chubu Centrair International Airport (Nagoya)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a front-row seat to the dramatic Northern Japanese Alps, including iconic volcanic peaks and the approach over Ise Bay.
Search flights from KIJ to NGO
Sea of Japan
Beautiful coastal views of the Niigata shoreline and the distant silhouette of Sado Island.
Northern Alps
Breathtaking views of the Hida Mountains, including the sharp peaks of Yarigatake and Hotaka.
Mount Ontake
An impressive view of this massive, active volcano rising prominently above the surrounding range.
Kiso Valley
Deep, forested valleys that historically hosted the Nakasendo trading route.
Centrair Approach
A low-altitude flight over the sparkling waters of Ise Bay before landing on the artificial island airport.
The right side is superior for mountain lovers. Try to fly during the midday or early afternoon when the sun highlights the western ridges of the Alps. Keep your camera ready as you enter the Gifu region; the transition from 3000-meter peaks to the sea is very rapid. On clear days, the descent over Ise Bay offers a perfect view of the bridge connecting the airport to the mainland.
Book Hotels in Nagoya
Echigo Plain
Expansive views of Japan's premier rice-growing region immediately after takeoff from Niigata.
Southern Alps
Distances views of the Akaishi Mountains, featuring some of Japan's highest non-volcanic peaks.
Lake Suwa
The distinctive blue waters of Nagano's largest lake nestled in a tectonic basin.
Nagoya Metropolis
Distant views of the JR Central Towers and the sprawling urban landscape during the descent.
Mikawa Bay
A view of the industrial ports and coastal outlines of the Aichi prefecture coastline.
Choose the left side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. Look for the glint of Lake Suwa mid-flight; it is a key landmark for navigating the mountainous terrain. During winter, the Southern Alps provide a stark, snowy contrast to the urban valleys below.
Get eSIMs for Japan
Get eSIMs for JapanDistance: 402 km (250 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 40 min
Departure: KIJ (37.955898284899995, 139.121002197)
Arrival: NGO (34.8583984375, 136.80499267578122)
Route Type: Domestic
Thank you for booking your travels through our travel partners. The commissions from your bookings keep this site running.