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KMI â NGO
Which side of the plane to sit from Miyazaki Airport (Miyazaki) to Chubu Centrair International Airport (Nagoya)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior view of the Japanese mainland, including the Shikoku mountain ranges, the dense urban corridors of the Kansai region, and a clear view of the Suzuka Mountains during the final approach.
Hyuga-nada Coastline
Striking views of the Miyazaki and Hyuga coasts immediately after takeoff.
Mount Ishizuchi
The highest peak in Western Japan, visible as the flight traverses the Shikoku landmass.
Awaji Island
A glimpse of the eastern Seto Inland Sea and the bridge connecting to Honshu.
Kansai Urban Sprawl
Views of the Osaka and Kobe skylines as the plane passes the Kii Channel.
Kyoto Basin
On clear days, the historical capital is visible nestled in the mountains to the north.
Suzuka Mountain Range
Rugged peaks marking the final descent into the Aichi prefecture region.
Choose the left side for land-based landmarks. Morning flights offer the best lighting on the mountains without the glare of the southern sun. Keep an eye out for Mount Ishizuchi roughly 20 minutes into the flight; it is the most prominent peak in the Shikoku range.
Pacific Ocean
Uninterrupted views of the vast blue horizon of the Philippine Sea.
Cape Muroto
The sharp, distinctive point of Shikoku's southeastern tip jutting into the ocean.
Kii Peninsula
Dense, sacred forest coverage of the Yoshino-Kumano National Park.
Ago Bay
The intricate rias coastline of Ise-Shima, famous for pearl cultivation and jagged inlets.
Ise Bay Entrance
Views of the busy maritime traffic entering the bay toward Nagoya's industrial ports.
The right side is best for those seeking ocean vistas and the unique coastal geography of Ise-Shima. In winter, the visibility is highest for spotting the deep valleys of the Kii Peninsula. This side also offers a great view of the Centrair airport island itself during certain approach patterns.
Distance: 598 km (372 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr
Departure: KMI (31.877199173, 131.44900512700002)
Arrival: NGO (34.8583984375, 136.80499267578122)
Route Type: Domestic
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