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KIX → KHH
Which side of the plane to sit from Kansai International Airport (Osaka) to Kaohsiung International Airport (Kaohsiung)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior variety of landmarks including the picturesque Seto Inland Sea, the iconic Sakurajima volcano in Kyushu, and the vibrant coastal wetlands of Western Taiwan.
Seto Inland Sea
An aerial tapestry of tiny islands and the Great Seto Bridge shortly after takeoff from KIX.
Mount Sakurajima
One of the most active volcanoes in Japan, visible as a smoking peak in Kagoshima Bay as you pass over Kyushu.
Ryukyu Islands
Distant, emerald-colored islands of the Ryukyu arc scattered across the East China Sea.
Tainan & Kaohsiung Urban Sprawl
Detailed views of the western plains, including fish farms, salt pans, and the dense urban grid of Kaohsiung city.
Kaohsiung Harbor
A bird's-eye view of one of the world's busiest container ports and the iconic 85 Sky Tower during final approach.
The right side is the 'volcano side'; watch for Sakurajima roughly 50 minutes after takeoff. For afternoon flights, this side offers spectacular sunsets over the Taiwan Strait as you prepare for landing. Keep an eye out for the intricate patterns of the aquaculture ponds near Tainan.
Kii Peninsula Coastline
Stunning views of the rugged Pacific coastline and the deep blue waters of the Philippine Sea shortly after departure.
Taiwan Central Range
A majestic view of Taiwan's backbone, featuring peaks over 3,000 meters high as you fly south along the island.
Kenting National Park
On a southern approach, catch a glimpse of the tropical beaches and coral reefs at the very tip of Taiwan.
Pacific Horizon
Uninterrupted views of the vast Pacific Ocean, especially beautiful during morning sunrises.
Choose the left side for morning flights to enjoy the sunrise over the Pacific. During the descent into KHH, the left side provides the best perspective of the dense mountain forests and the steep eastern slopes of the Central Mountain Range.
Distance: 1,959 km (1,217 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 37 min
Departure: KIX (34.42729949951172, 135.24400329589844)
Arrival: KHH (22.57710075378418, 120.3499984741211)
Route Type: International
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