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OOL → NRT
Which side of the plane to sit from Gold Coast Airport (Coolangatta) to Narita International Airport (Tokyo)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the Australian coastline upon departure, the rugged terrain of Papua New Guinea, and the iconic peak of Mt. Fuji during the descent into Tokyo.
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Gold Coast Skyline
Spectacular views of Surfers Paradise and the Q1 building immediately after takeoff from OOL.
Great Barrier Reef
The edge of the southern reef systems may be visible as the aircraft tracks north along the coast.
PNG Highlands
Dramatic views of the dense rainforests and high mountain ridges of Papua New Guinea.
Guam & Micronesia
Aerial perspective of the tropical islands and deep blue waters of the Mariana archipelago.
Mount Fuji
On a clear day, the snow-capped summit is visible to the west during the final approach into Narita.
Tokyo Bay
Views of the dense urban sprawl and shipping lanes of the Kanto region during descent.
Choose a window seat on the left (typically 'A' seats) for the best chance to see Mt. Fuji about 30 minutes before landing. Since these are mostly daytime flights, the sun remains on the right side of the plane, providing better lighting and less glare for photos on the left.
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Coral Sea
Vast, shimmering expanses of the South Pacific with scattered reef formations.
Solomon Islands
Lush tropical island chains visible to the east as you cross the equator.
Ogasawara Islands
Remote volcanic islands of Japan, including Nishinoshima, occasionally visible in the distance.
Kujukuri Beach
The long, curved sandy coastline of Chiba Prefecture during the final landing sequence.
The right side is ideal for travelers who enjoy vast ocean horizons and remote island spotting. Be aware that during the northern leg of the journey, the sun will be on this side of the aircraft, which can make the cabin warmer and the view more difficult to photograph due to intense glare.
Book Hotels in TokyoDistance: 7,240 km (4,499 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 8 hrs 31 min
Departure: OOL (-28.1644001007, 153.505004883)
Arrival: NRT (35.764701843299996, 140.386001587)
Route Type: International
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