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Our Recommendation
8.8

Right Side of the Plane

The Right Side is the superior choice for this route as it offers the iconic view of Mount Fuji during the descent into Japan and better vistas of the Tokyo metropolis.

Right Side Highlights
8.8
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Caucasus Mountains

Dramatic glaciated peaks between the Black and Caspian Seas on southern routings.

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Caspian Sea

Unique turquoise water patterns and industrial coastlines of the world's largest inland sea.

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Mount Fuji

The majestic snow-capped volcanic peak is often visible on the right during arrival.

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Tokyo Bay

Sweeping views of the world's most populous urban area and its massive industrial ports.

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Japanese Alps

Rugged mountain terrain of central Honshu visible in the final hour of flight.

The right side is essential for the 'Fuji View.' For the best experience, monitor the flight map about 45 minutes before landing at Narita. Since LHR-NRT is a long-haul flight heading east, the sun will rise on the right side of the plane, so keep your window shade down during the middle of the flight to sleep, but open it as you approach the Japanese coast.

Left Side Highlights
7.4
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Arctic Tundra

Vast, desolate frozen landscapes visible when the flight takes a high-latitude northern route.

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Mongolian Steppes

Endless golden horizons and rolling grasslands of the Central Asian plateau.

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Sea of Japan

The deep blue transition from the Asian continent to the Japanese archipelago.

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Aurora Borealis

Possible sightings of the Northern Lights on winter flights taking the polar corridor.

Select the left side if you are flying during the winter and want a chance to see the Aurora Borealis over the Arctic regions. This side also offers expansive views of the Siberian or Mongolian landscapes depending on the specific flight path taken to avoid restricted airspaces.

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Route Information

Distance: 9,592 km (5,960 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 11 hrs 17 min

Departure: LHR (51.4706, -0.461941)

Arrival: NRT (35.764701843299996, 140.386001587)

Route Type: International

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