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NRT → NOU
Which side of the plane to sit from Narita International Airport (Tokyo) to La Tontouta International Airport (Noumea)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the volcanic Izu Islands shortly after takeoff and provides the most dramatic angle for the turquoise lagoons and barrier reefs of New Caledonia during the final descent.
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Izu Island Chain
A string of volcanic islands including Oshima and Miyakejima visible as the flight tracks south from Japan.
Ogasawara Islands
The remote UNESCO-listed 'Galapagos of the Orient,' featuring lush green volcanic peaks in the middle of the Pacific.
The Equator
Panoramic views of the horizon where the Northern and Southern Hemispheres meet, often with dramatic lighting.
New Caledonia Lagoon
Stunning vistas of the UNESCO-protected turquoise waters and intricate coral formations during the approach to Noumea.
Grande Terre Interior
Views of the rugged, mountainous 'Red Earth' terrain and the Central Mountain Range of the main island.
The right side is highly recommended for the descent into La Tontouta; the aircraft typically banks in a way that showcases the vibrant blues of the lagoon. Be aware that afternoon flights may experience significant glare as the sun sets to the west.
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Boso Peninsula
Aerial views of the rugged coastline and Kujukuri Beach in Chiba Prefecture immediately following departure from Narita.
Izu-Ogasawara Trench
The deep, dark indigo waters of the Pacific marking one of the deepest oceanic trenches on Earth.
The Doldrums
Spectacular towering cumulonimbus cloud formations often seen when crossing the Intertropical Convergence Zone near the equator.
Eastern Barrier Reef
Initial glimpses of the world's second-largest coral reef system as the aircraft approaches New Caledonia from the north.
Sit on the left for early morning flights to witness the sunrise over the Pacific Ocean. While this side is generally quieter for landmarks, it provides excellent lighting for cloud photography during the equatorial crossing.
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Get eSIMs for New CaledoniaDistance: 6,976 km (4,335 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 8 hrs 12 min
Departure: NRT (35.764701843299996, 140.386001587)
Arrival: NOU (-22.01460075378418, 166.21299743652344)
Route Type: International
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