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Our Recommendation
8.8

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a superior view of the North American coastline, the Alaskan wilderness, and the volcanic landscapes of the Russian Far East and Japan.

Left Side Highlights
8.8
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Cascade Range

Aerial views of the snow-capped peaks of Washington and Oregon, including Mt. Rainier if the path stays coastal.

❄️

Gulf of Alaska

Dramatic sightings of glaciers and the rugged, icy coastline of southern Alaska.

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Kamchatka Volcanoes

A rare look at the active volcanic peaks of the Russian Far East during the transpacific crossing.

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Honshu Coastline

Sweeping views of the Japanese archipelago and the urban sprawl along the eastern coast.

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Pearl River Delta

Densely populated islands and the mountainous terrain of Hong Kong during the final approach.

Sit on the left for the best land views. The first 3 hours provide North American scenery, while the final 4 hours offer a look at the Asian coastline. Request a seat forward of the wing to avoid engine exhaust heat blur when photographing the Kamchatka volcanoes.

Right Side Highlights
5.5
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Extended Golden Hour

Due to the westbound heading and time zones, you may experience a prolonged and vibrant sunset.

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Aleutian Islands

Distant views of the volcanic chain stretching across the northern Pacific Ocean.

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Open Pacific

Vast, deep blue ocean views with interesting cloud formations and the occasional cargo ship.

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HK-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge

The world's longest sea-crossing bridge is often visible during the descent into HKG from the south.

The right side is ideal for passengers who want to sleep undisturbed by land-glare, as it faces the vast ocean for most of the flight. However, check the flight map; if the arrival approach circles from the south, you might catch the Hong Kong skyline.

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Route Information

Distance: 11,664 km (7,248 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 13 hrs 43 min

Departure: LAX (33.94250107, -118.4079971)

Arrival: HKG (22.308901, 113.915001)

Route Type: International

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