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KIXAMS

Our Recommendation
8.4

Left Side of the Plane

The left side provides the most dramatic geographic transitions, including the volcanic peaks of Korea, the high-altitude Caspian Sea, and the magnificent snow-capped Greater Caucasus range.

Left Side Highlights
8.4
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Osaka Bay

Aerial views of the KIX man-made island and the world's longest suspension bridge, the Akashi Kaikyo.

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Jeju Island

The iconic shield volcano Hallasan is often visible as the flight crosses near South Korea's southern coast.

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Caspian Sea

Watch the deep blue waters and the oil rigs near the Absheron Peninsula and Baku, Azerbaijan.

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Greater Caucasus

A stunning traverse over the glaciated peaks of the Caucasus, including Mount Elbrus, the highest point in Europe.

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Black Sea Coast

Sweeping views of the northern Turkish and southern Bulgarian coastlines as you enter European airspace.

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Central Europe

Panoramic views of the Danube River valley and the historic urban layouts of Bucharest and Budapest.

The southern sun will be on this side for most of the westbound journey; keep the shade partially down to prevent glare while spotting the Caucasus peaks roughly 9 hours after departure. For the best departure view, hope for a southerly takeoff from KIX.

Right Side Highlights
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Sea of Japan

Clear views of the rugged coastline of western Honshu and the eastern cliffs of the Korean Peninsula.

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Gobi Desert

The vast, desolate beauty of the Mongolian steppes and the shifting sands of the northern Gobi.

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Altai Mountains

Remote, jagged peaks where the borders of Russia, Mongolia, China, and Kazakhstan converge.

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Kazakh Steppe

The world's largest dry steppe region, featuring unique geological patterns and salt lakes like Lake Balkhash.

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Carpathian Mountains

The forested, arc-shaped mountain range that winds through Romania, Ukraine, and Poland.

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North Sea Approach

Views of massive offshore wind farms and the complex canal systems of the Netherlands during descent.

This side is perfect for glare-free photography since it faces north. The Altai Mountains are a hidden gem early in the flight. During the descent into Schiphol, the right side often gets a better view of the Dutch coastline and the famous polder landscapes.

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Route Information

Distance: 9,241 km (5,742 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 10 hrs 52 min

Departure: KIX (34.42729949951172, 135.24400329589844)

Arrival: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)

Route Type: International

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