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KOJ → ICN
Which side of the plane to sit from Kagoshima Airport (Kagoshima) to Incheon International Airport (Seoul)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior view of Japan's massive volcanic calderas, including Mount Aso, followed by the urban sprawl of Fukuoka and a scenic approach into the Korean peninsula with potential views of the Seoul skyline.
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Kirishima Mountain Range
A cluster of active volcanic peaks located just north of the airport, offering dramatic crater views early in the flight.
Mount Aso
One of the world's largest calderas; you can see the active Nakadake crater venting steam in the center of the massive basin.
Fukuoka City
A bird's-eye view of Fukuoka’s urban center, Hakata Bay, and the distinctive Fukuoka Tower.
Tsushima Island
A strategic and mountainous island located in the middle of the Korea Strait between the two nations.
Seoul Cityscape
Depending on the arrival pattern, you may see the Lotte World Tower and the dense urban landscape of the capital city before turning toward Incheon.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to see the Japanese volcanic geography in sharp relief. Keep a lookout approximately 15-20 minutes after takeoff for Mount Aso. During the landing phase, the right side often provides the best views of the Seoul metropolitan area if the wind is blowing from the north.
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Sakurajima Volcano
Visible shortly after takeoff from Kagoshima, this active stratovolcano often emits plumes of ash over the Kinko Bay.
Ariake Sea
A vast, shallow bay known for its extreme tidal ranges and seaweed (nori) cultivation farms.
Jeju Island
On clear days, the distant silhouette of Hallasan, South Korea's highest peak, can be seen to the west over the East China Sea.
Incheon Bridge
As the plane descends into ICN, the massive cable-stayed bridge spanning the Yellow Sea comes into view.
Choose the left side if you are flying during the late afternoon to catch the sunset over the Yellow Sea. It also offers a better view of the rugged coastline of the Jeolla provinces as the aircraft enters Korean airspace.
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Get eSIMs for South KoreaDistance: 741 km (460 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 14 min
Departure: KOJ (31.80340003967285, 130.718994140625)
Arrival: ICN (37.46910095214844, 126.45099639892578)
Route Type: International
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