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SYD → ICN
Which side of the plane to sit from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (Sydney) to Incheon International Airport (Seoul)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most spectacular natural scenery, including a prolonged view of the Australian coastline and the world-renowned Great Barrier Reef, followed by the tropical islands of the Pacific.
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The Gold Coast
Stunning vistas of the long sandy stretches and high-rise developments of the Queensland coast.
Great Barrier Reef
Vibrant turquoise coral structures and atolls visible from cruising altitude for a significant duration.
Philippine Archipelago
Bird's-eye views of scattered tropical islands and volcanic peaks in the Philippine Sea.
East China Sea
A view of the busy shipping lanes and massive container ships approaching the Korean peninsula.
The right side is essential for viewing the Great Barrier Reef, usually appearing 2-3 hours after departure. Note that on morning departures, you will face direct sunlight for the first half of the flight; keep your window shade partially closed to avoid glare until the sun moves overhead.
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Sydney Skyline
Unbeatable views of the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge immediately after a northbound takeoff.
Australian Outback
The stark contrast of red earth and rugged terrain as the flight traverses the interior of Queensland.
Taiwan Central Range
Dramatic views of Taiwan's high-altitude peaks rising above the clouds during the journey north.
Incheon Islands
The intricate mudflats and numerous small islands of the Yellow Sea during the final descent.
Choose the left side for better photography conditions on daytime flights as the sun will be on the opposite side. It provides the best chance to see the Sydney CBD during departure and the mountainous spine of Taiwan. This side is typically in the shade for the majority of the northbound journey.
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Get eSIMs for South KoreaDistance: 8,343 km (5,184 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 9 hrs 49 min
Departure: SYD (-33.94609832763672, 151.177001953125)
Arrival: ICN (37.46910095214844, 126.45099639892578)
Route Type: International
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