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Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers spectacular views of the Society Islands shortly after takeoff, including the iconic peaks of Moorea and the turquoise lagoons of Bora Bora, followed by a better angle for Mt. Fuji on the final approach into Japan.

Left Side Highlights
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Moorea Island

Visible almost immediately after takeoff, providing a stunning aerial view of its jagged volcanic peaks and deep bays.

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Bora Bora Lagoon

Depending on the specific flight path, the legendary turquoise waters and Mount Otemanu are often visible to the west.

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Marshall Islands

Remote coral atolls and turquoise rings scattered across the deep blue of the Central Pacific.

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Izu Islands

A chain of volcanic islands stretching south from Tokyo, visible during the initial descent phase.

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Mount Fuji

On clear days during the descent into Narita, the snow-capped peak of Japan's most famous mountain can be spotted in the distance to the west.

Sit on the left for the most iconic Polynesian island views. Flights usually depart PPT in the morning, meaning the sun will be behind you or overhead, providing excellent lighting for photography of the lagoons. During the approach to NRT, keep an eye out for the Izu peninsula and Mt. Fuji if the flight path tracks slightly inland.

Right Side Highlights
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Tetiaroa Atoll

The beautiful private atoll known as 'The Brando' can often be seen shimmering to the north shortly after departure.

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Pacific Horizon

Uninterrupted views of the vast Pacific Ocean, offering incredible sunrise or sunset colors depending on the season.

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Boso Peninsula

The rugged coastline of Chiba Prefecture becomes visible as the plane lines up for its final approach.

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Kujukuri Beach

One of Japan's longest sandy beaches, stretching along the Pacific coast of Chiba.

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Chiba Countryside

A patchwork of rice paddies and rural landscapes surrounding Narita Airport during the final seconds of flight.

The right side is excellent for catching the sunrise if the flight timing aligns. It also provides a great view of the Chiba coastline and Kujukuri Beach during the standard arrival patterns into Narita. If the plane lands from the south, you will get a detailed look at the rural agricultural side of the Chiba Prefecture.

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Route Information

Distance: 9,445 km (5,869 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 11 hrs 7 min

Departure: PPT (-17.553698999999998, -149.60699499999998)

Arrival: NRT (35.764701843299996, 140.386001587)

Route Type: International

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