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KUH â CTS
Which side of the plane to sit from Kushiro Airport (Kushiro) to New Chitose Airport (Sapporo)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular vantage point over Hokkaido's rugged interior, featuring the Tokachi agricultural plains and the majestic Hidaka Mountain range.
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Tokachi Plain
The vast, colorful agricultural grid patterns of the Obihiro and Tokachi regions.
Hidaka Mountains
The 'Backbone of Hokkaido' with rugged peaks that remain snow-capped well into spring.
Mount Tarumae
An active volcano with a distinct lava dome visible as you approach Sapporo.
Yubari Range
Dense forest landscapes and rolling hills that change colors dramatically with the seasons.
The right side is superior for mountain enthusiasts; the Hidaka range provides a dramatic backdrop for the entire mid-flight duration. Sit in a window seat away from the wing to fully capture the transition from flat farmland to jagged peaks. In winter, the contrast between the white snow and the dark forests is exceptional.
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Kushiro Wetlands
The edge of Japan's largest marshland visible immediately after takeoff from KUH.
Pacific Coastline
Striking views of the southern Hokkaido coast and the breaking waves of the Pacific Ocean.
Tomakomai Port
A massive industrial port complex visible during the descent into the New Chitose area.
Lake Utonai
A shallow bird sanctuary and RAMSAR site located just south of the CTS runways.
Choose the left side for morning flights to see the sunlight glinting off the Pacific Ocean. During takeoff, look back quickly for a glimpse of the sprawling Kushiro Shitsugen National Park. Keep your camera ready during the final 10 minutes for industrial patterns around Tomakomai.
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Get eSIMs for JapanDistance: 206 km (128 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 21 min
Departure: KUH (43.0410003662, 144.192993164)
Arrival: CTS (42.77519989013672, 141.69200134277344)
Route Type: Domestic
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