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NRT → VIE
Which side of the plane to sit from Narita International Airport (Tokyo) to Vienna International Airport (Vienna)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is superior for this long-haul route as it typically offers a breathtaking view of Mount Fuji shortly after departure from Narita, followed by the dramatic peaks of the Caucasus and a stunning approach over the Austrian Alps into Vienna.
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Mount Fuji
Shortly after takeoff, look out for Japan's most iconic snow-capped peak rising above the landscape.
Tokyo Bay & Cityscape
Aerial views of the sprawling Tokyo metropolis and the industrial coastline of Honshu.
Caspian Sea Coast
Deep blue waters and the unique shoreline of the world's largest inland body of water.
Caucasus Mountains
Dramatic, jagged peaks crossing through Azerbaijan and Georgia, often visible in high detail.
The Austrian Alps
As the flight descends into Vienna, enjoy the spectacular sight of the Eastern Alps to the south.
Sit on the left for the best chance to see Mt. Fuji about 15-20 minutes after departure. On the southern route through Central Asia, the sun will be on this side, so keep your window shade down during the middle of the flight to avoid glare, but open it as you cross the Caspian Sea and enter European airspace for the Caucasus and Alps.
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Views of the rugged northwestern coast of Japan before crossing into mainland Asia.
Gobi Desert
The vast, orange-hued expanses of the Mongolian and Chinese desert landscapes.
Tian Shan Mountains
The 'Celestial Mountains' of Central Asia offer stunning glacier views from high altitude.
Carpathian Mountains
The forested ridges and sweeping valleys of the Carpathians in Eastern Europe.
Danube River
The winding 'Blue Danube' becomes visible as the aircraft aligns for its final approach into VIE.
The right side offers softer, indirect lighting for photography throughout the day. It is particularly good for observing the vast, empty landscapes of Central Asia and the winding Danube River near Vienna. If the flight path takes a more northerly route, this side may also offer glimpses of the Ural Mountains.
Book Hotels in ViennaDistance: 9,154 km (5,688 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 10 hrs 46 min
Departure: NRT (35.764701843299996, 140.386001587)
Arrival: VIE (48.110298156738, 16.569700241089002)
Route Type: International
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