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SDJ → FUK
Which side of the plane to sit from Sendai Airport (Sendai) to Fukuoka Airport (Fukuoka)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior scenic experience, featuring distant views of Mount Fuji and an extended, breathtaking panorama of the Seto Inland Sea's numerous islands during the latter half of the flight.
Sendai Bay
Immediate views of the Pacific coastline and the Sendai industrial port area upon departure.
Mount Fuji
On clear days, Japan's iconic peak is visible far to the south as the flight crosses central Honshu.
Seto Inland Sea
A stunning sequence of thousands of small islands nestled between Shikoku and Honshu.
Beppu & Oita
View of the Kunisaki Peninsula and the steam rising from the hot spring capital of Beppu.
Shikoku Mountains
The rugged, forested ridges of northern Shikoku stretching along the southern horizon.
Book an early morning flight for the crispest views of Mount Fuji, as haze often sets in by midday. During the descent into Fukuoka, the aircraft often turns over the Seto Inland Sea, providing a perfect angle for photography of the island chains. Sit well behind the wing to ensure your view of the horizon isn't obstructed by the engine.
Ou Mountains
The backbone of Tohoku, featuring dramatic peaks that remain snow-capped well into spring.
Lake Biwa
Depending on the specific airway, Japan's largest freshwater lake is often visible to the north.
Hiroshima City
A clear view of the city layout and the Ota River delta flowing into Hiroshima Bay.
Kanmon Straits
The narrow body of water and the bridge connecting the main island of Honshu to Kyushu.
Fukuoka Urban Approach
Low-altitude views of Fukuoka's dense urban center during the final approach to the airport.
Select the right side for evening flights to witness the sunset over the Sea of Japan. This side is also excellent for observing the industrial landscape of Kitakyushu and the engineering marvel of the Kanmon Bridge during the descent. Keep your camera ready about 20 minutes before landing for the close-up urban views of Fukuoka city.
Distance: 1,070 km (665 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 26 min
Departure: SDJ (38.1397018433, 140.917007446)
Arrival: FUK (33.585899353027344, 130.45100402832028)
Route Type: Domestic
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