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OOL → KIX
Which side of the plane to sit from Gold Coast Airport (Coolangatta) to Kansai International Airport (Osaka)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides the most dramatic views of the Australian coastline and the Great Barrier Reef early in the flight, followed by a scenic approach past the islands of southern Japan.
Great Barrier Reef
Spectacular views of the inner reef systems and turquoise waters shortly after departing the Australian coast.
Torres Strait
A stunning aerial perspective of the archipelago and shallow channels between the tip of Queensland and Papua New Guinea.
Intertropical Convergence Zone
Witness massive, towering cumulonimbus clouds and unique weather formations as you cross the equator.
Shikoku Mountains
During the descent into Japan, the rugged and forested mountain ranges of Shikoku island are often visible to the west.
Osaka Bay Skyline
A sweeping view of the Kobe and Osaka metropolitan areas as the aircraft maneuvers for its final approach.
Book an 'A' window seat for the best lighting and reef visibility. The Great Barrier Reef is best seen within the first 90 minutes of flight. On afternoon arrivals, the left side avoids the direct glare of the sun, allowing for better photography of the Japanese coastline.
Gold Coast Skyline
A brilliant view of the Surfers Paradise high-rises and the coastline immediately following takeoff from OOL.
Coral Sea Atolls
Views of the more remote and isolated reef structures scattered throughout the deep blue Coral Sea.
Kii Peninsula
The dramatic coastal cliffs and dense forests of Wakayama Prefecture are a highlight during the final descent.
Osaka Bay Maritime Traffic
Observe the heavy concentration of container ships and tankers navigating the Kitan Strait toward Japan's major ports.
Kansai Airport Island
An exceptional top-down view of the world-famous man-made island and its terminal structure during the landing flare.
The 'K' seats are ideal for seeing the Gold Coast beaches during departure. As the flight nears Japan, keep your camera ready for the Kii Peninsula about 20-30 minutes before landing. This side offers the best look at the airport island's unique engineering upon touchdown.
Distance: 7,220 km (4,486 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 8 hrs 30 min
Departure: OOL (-28.1644001007, 153.505004883)
Arrival: KIX (34.42729949951172, 135.24400329589844)
Route Type: International
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