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NRT â BOM
Which side of the plane to sit from Narita International Airport (Tokyo) to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (Mumbai)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most iconic view of the entire journey: a close-up perspective of Mount Fuji shortly after departing Narita, followed by the diverse landscapes of continental Asia and a spectacular sunset during the westbound flight.
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Mount Fuji
The absolute highlight; visible shortly after takeoff if departing toward the west/south.
Japanese Alps
Snow-capped peaks of central Honshu providing a dramatic landscape early in the flight.
Taiwan Strait
Views of the northern tip of Taiwan and the busy shipping lanes toward mainland China.
Bangkok Metro
If the flight path trends south, the sprawling urban light of the Thai capital is visible.
Deccan Plateau
The vast, geometric patterns of Indian agricultural land and seasonal riverbeds.
Mumbai Suburbs
Dense urban sprawl and the Sanjay Gandhi National Park on the final descent into BOM.
Sit on the right for the best chance to see Mount Fuji; ensure you are looking out within the first 15-20 minutes of flight. Since this is a westbound route, the right side will face North, which helps avoid the harshest direct sun glare during the day, while providing front-row seats to a spectacular sunset as you cross into the Indian subcontinent.
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Pacific Ocean Horizon
Expansive views of the deep blue Pacific shortly after clearing the Japanese coastline.
Shikoku Coastline
Aerial perspectives of Japan's fourth-largest island and its rugged southern shores.
Central Vietnam
Glances of the lush, tropical coastline and the South China Sea.
Bay of Bengal
A vast maritime crossing often filled with cargo ships and distinct cloud formations.
South Mumbai Skyline
On specific approach patterns, you may see the iconic Marine Drive and Colaba coastline.
The left side is generally quieter with less direct sunlight during the middle of the flight. It is the preferred side for viewing the lights of coastal cities in Southeast Asia during night flights. For the arrival in Mumbai, the left side can offer views of the southern peninsula if the aircraft approaches from the sea.
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Get eSIMs for IndiaDistance: 6,786 km (4,217 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 7 hrs 59 min
Departure: NRT (35.764701843299996, 140.386001587)
Arrival: BOM (19.0886993408, 72.8678970337)
Route Type: International
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