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Which side of the plane to sit from Macau International Airport (Macau) to Fukuoka Airport (Fukuoka)?

Our Recommendation
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Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers spectacular views of Taiwan's massive mountain ranges and the stunning turquoise coral reefs of the Ryukyu Islands during the transit across the East China Sea.

Right Side Highlights
8.8
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South China Sea

Expansive views of the deep blue waters transitioning into the East China Sea.

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Taiwan Central Range

Dramatic views of Taiwan's high peaks, including Jade Mountain, visible if the flight path tracks east of the island.

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Okinawa Archipelago

Clear views of the emerald green reefs and white sand beaches of the Ryukyu island chain.

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Kagoshima Coastline

As you enter Kyushu airspace, look for the distinctive volcanic topography of the southern Japanese coast.

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Kyushu Peninsula

Beautiful aerial perspective of the jagged coastlines and forested hills as you head north toward Fukuoka.

The right side is the clear winner for geographic diversity. For the best views of Taiwan's mountains, choose an afternoon flight when the sun illuminates the peaks from the west. Keep your camera ready about 60-80 minutes into the flight for the Ryukyu island chain, as the contrast between the coral reefs and deep ocean is striking from high altitude.

Left Side Highlights
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Macau Cotai Strip

Aerial view of the massive casino resorts and the Macau Tower immediately after takeoff from MFM.

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HK-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge

The world's longest sea-crossing bridge stretching across the Pearl River Delta.

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Pearl River Estuary

One of the world's busiest shipping lanes filled with cargo ships and high-speed ferries.

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Fujian Coastal Mountains

Rugged terrain and complex coastlines of mainland China visible in the distance.

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Fukuoka Urban Area

Detailed view of the dense Hakata and Tenjin districts during the final descent into FUK.

Sit on the left for the best views of Macau's skyline upon departure. During the final approach to Fukuoka, the left side often provides a closer look at the city's unique layout where the airport is centrally located. Choose a morning flight to keep the sun behind you for clearer photography of the Chinese coastline.

Top Activities in Fukuoka
Route Information

Distance: 2,084 km (1,295 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 47 min

Departure: MFM (22.149599, 113.592003)

Arrival: FUK (33.585899353027344, 130.45100402832028)

Route Type: International

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