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Our Recommendation
7.8

Left Side of the Plane

The left side provides a much more engaging view of the Japanese coastline and the northern shores of the Hawaiian Islands during the final descent.

Left Side Highlights
7.8
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Yangtze River Delta

Aerial views of the massive industrial and urban network surrounding Shanghai and the mouth of the Yangtze River upon departure.

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Kyushu Peaks

Views of the volcanic mountain ranges of Southern Japan, including potential sightings of Kagoshima and the Sakurajima volcano.

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Shikoku Coastline

Dramatic views of the rugged southern coast of Shikoku island as the flight path tracks east toward the Pacific.

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Oahu North Shore

As the flight approaches Honolulu from the northwest, you get a bird's-eye view of the famous surfing beaches and lush green cliffs.

Recommended for night flights to catch the glittering lights of coastal Japanese cities. During the final 30 minutes of the flight, keep your window shade up to see the vibrant greens of the Koolau Mountains as you descend into Honolulu.

Right Side Highlights
6.5
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East China Sea

Observation of one of the world's busiest shipping lanes with numerous cargo vessels dotting the ocean surface.

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Mid-Pacific Sunrise

If on an overnight flight, the right side offers an unobstructed view of the sun rising over the Pacific horizon.

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Waianae Range

The older, western mountain range of Oahu becomes visible as the plane maneuvers for its final approach.

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Pearl Harbor

Excellent views of the historic naval base, the USS Arizona Memorial, and Ford Island just before touchdown on the Reef Runway.

The right side is ideal for the landing phase at HNL. If the aircraft uses the 'Reef Runway' (8R), you will have an incredible view of Pearl Harbor and the city of Honolulu. This side is also better for photography if you want to capture the sunrise without the sun directly hitting the window.

Top Activities in Honolulu
Route Information

Distance: 7,914 km (4,918 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 9 hrs 19 min

Departure: PVG (31.143400192260746, 121.80500030517578)

Arrival: HNL (21.32062, -157.924228)

Route Type: International

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