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MUC → ICN
Which side of the plane to sit from Munich Airport (Munich) to Incheon International Airport (Seoul)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a more diverse range of dramatic landscapes, including the initial views of the Alps, the high peaks of the Caucasus, and the spectacular Tien Shan mountain range in Central Asia.
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The Alps
Dramatic views of the Austrian and Swiss Alps during the initial climb out of Bavaria.
Caucasus Mountains
The massive, snow-capped barrier between Europe and Asia, featuring peaks over 5,000 meters.
Baku Skyline
The oil-rich coast of Azerbaijan and the Flame Towers can often be spotted on the Caspian shore.
Tien Shan Range
Breathtaking views of the 'Celestial Mountains' with deep valleys and massive glaciers.
Incheon Archipelago
Dozens of small, jagged islands in the Yellow Sea visible during the final descent into Seoul.
Choosing the right side ensures views of the most significant mountain ranges on the route. For flights departing Munich in the afternoon, you will experience a sunset over the Caspian or Central Asia. Watch for the dramatic 'island hopping' approach into ICN, which is built on reclaimed land; the right side often gets a spectacular view of the Incheon Bridge, one of the longest cable-stayed bridges in the world.
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Bavarian Forest
Dense evergreen forests and rolling hills visible shortly after takeoff from Munich.
Northern Caspian Sea
The expansive blue waters of the world's largest inland sea, often appearing teal near the Kazakh coast.
Kazakh Steppe
A seemingly endless horizon of vast, open grasslands and remote settlements across Central Asia.
Gobi Desert
Stark and beautiful arid landscapes featuring unique geological formations over Northern China.
Yellow Sea
Vast shipping lanes and coastal mudflats as the aircraft approaches the Korean Peninsula.
The left side provides consistent, soft northern light which is excellent for long-distance photography without sun glare. During winter months, this side offers the best views of the frozen landscapes and snow-covered plains of the northern Eurasian landmass. Look out for the remote industrial outposts in Kazakhstan which stand out against the flat terrain.
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Get eSIMs for South KoreaDistance: 8,500 km (5,282 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 10 hrs
Departure: MUC (48.353802, 11.7861)
Arrival: ICN (37.46910095214844, 126.45099639892578)
Route Type: International
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