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PVG → NRT
Which side of the plane to sit from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (Shanghai) to Narita International Airport (Tokyo)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the Japanese mainland's interior, specifically the snow-capped Japanese Alps and the iconic Mount Fuji during the approach into the Kanto region.
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Pudong Skyline
Aerial view of the Lujiazui financial district and the Pearl Tower shortly after departure from PVG.
Japanese Alps
Dramatic views of the Hida and Kiso mountain ranges as the flight crosses Honshu.
Mount Fuji
The snow-capped peak is typically visible to the north about 30 to 45 minutes before arrival.
Tokyo Cityscape
The dense, sprawling urban landscape of the Tokyo metropolitan area during the descent.
Book a window seat on the left side (Seat A) for the most iconic view of Mount Fuji. For morning flights, the sun is positioned to the south, illuminating the mountains perfectly for photography. Aim for a seat ahead of or behind the wings to ensure the Alps are not obscured.
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East China Sea
Vast ocean vistas often filled with cargo ships and tankers entering the Yangtze River delta.
Izu Islands
A chain of volcanic islands stretching south into the Pacific, visible near the flight's final leg.
Boso Peninsula Coast
The rugged cliffs and sandy beaches of Chiba Prefecture as the plane turns for its final approach.
Tokyo Bay
Busy maritime traffic and industrial ports visible if the arrival path takes a southerly route.
The right side is ideal for travelers who enjoy ocean views and maritime activity. If flying during sunset, this side will catch the warm evening light, though glare can be intense. It also provides a better view of the Pacific coastline when the aircraft approaches Narita from the south over the sea.
Book Hotels in TokyoDistance: 1,796 km (1,116 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 24 min
Departure: PVG (31.143400192260746, 121.80500030517578)
Arrival: NRT (35.764701843299996, 140.386001587)
Route Type: International
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