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NGO → HEL
Which side of the plane to sit from Chubu Centrair International Airport (Nagoya) to Helsinki Vantaa Airport (Helsinki)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the iconic view of Mount Fuji shortly after takeoff from Nagoya, followed by incredible vistas of the Japanese Alps and the vast Arctic ice cap during the polar crossing.
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Mount Fuji
Visible to the east shortly after departure from Chubu Centrair, offering a classic Japanese silhouette.
Hokkaido Peaks
Stunning views of the volcanic landscape and national parks of Japan's northernmost island.
Polar Ice Cap
Uninterrupted views of the high Arctic ice sheets and geometric pressure ridges.
Aurora Borealis
High chance of spotting the Northern Lights during the dark winter months over the North Pole.
Finnish Lakeland
A mosaic of thousands of lakes and dense pine forests as the plane descends into Vantaa.
Keep your camera ready within the first 15-20 minutes of takeoff for Mount Fuji. During the long polar segment, dim your window and look for the Aurora if flying between October and March. For the best photography of the ice cap, avoid seats directly over the wing.
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Sea of Japan Coastline
Panoramic views of the rugged western coast of Honshu as the flight tracks north.
Northern Japanese Alps
Glancing views of the Hida and Kiso mountain ranges during the initial climb.
Arctic Wilderness
Expansive views of the frozen Siberian coast and the remote Arctic Ocean.
Baltic Sea Entrance
Glimpses of the Gulf of Finland and the maritime traffic approaching Helsinki.
Choose the left side for better views of the sunset when flying westward during the afternoon. On the approach to Helsinki, this side often provides a clearer view of the Estonian coastline across the water.
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Get eSIMs for FinlandDistance: 7,761 km (4,822 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 9 hrs 8 min
Departure: NGO (34.8583984375, 136.80499267578122)
Arrival: HEL (60.317199707031, 24.963300704956)
Route Type: International
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