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NRT → SEA
Which side of the plane to sit from Narita International Airport (Tokyo) to Seattle Tacoma International Airport (Seattle)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is superior primarily for the spectacular arrival into Seattle, offering iconic views of Mount Rainier, the Cascade Mountains, and the Seattle skyline.
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Boso Peninsula
Aerial views of Chiba's rugged coastline and the Pacific transition shortly after taking off from Narita.
Mount Rainier
A breathtaking, close-up look at the 14,411-foot glaciated peak that dominates the Washington skyline.
The Cascades
A line of volcanic peaks, including Mount Adams and Mount Baker, stretching across the horizon.
Seattle Skyline
Excellent views of the Space Needle, downtown skyscrapers, and Elliott Bay during the final approach.
The right side is the clear winner for the arrival phase. Most flights into SEA approach from the north or south in a way that puts Mount Rainier directly in view on the right. For the best photography, choose a seat ahead of the wing to avoid engine heat blur, as the mountain views occur during the descent when the plane is at lower altitudes.
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The North Pacific
Vast, deep-blue views of the world's largest ocean as the flight follows the Great Circle route.
Aurora Borealis
High-latitude night flights during winter offer a high chance of spotting the Northern Lights over the Aleutians.
Olympic Mountains
Dramatic views of the rugged, snow-capped peaks of the Olympic Peninsula during the final descent.
Sit on the left if you are taking a winter night flight and want to catch the Northern Lights. As you approach SEA, the left side offers views of the Olympic Peninsula and the lush greenery of Western Washington. If the plane lands from the north, you may get a view of the Ship Canal and Lake Washington.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 7,656 km (4,757 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 9 hrs
Departure: NRT (35.764701843299996, 140.386001587)
Arrival: SEA (47.449001, -122.308998)
Route Type: International
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