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TAO → ICN
Which side of the plane to sit from Liuting Airport (Qingdao) to Incheon International Airport (Seoul)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the scenic departure over Laoshan Mountain and a dramatic approach featuring the iconic Incheon Bridge and the southern islands of the West Sea.
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Laoshan Mountain
The highest coastal peak in China, offering breathtaking granite cliffs and greenery right after departure.
Qingdao City Center
Clear views of the May Fourth Square, Olympic Sailing Center, and the dense urban skyline.
Incheon Bridge
A stunning aerial view of the 21.4km cable-stayed bridge connecting Songdo to the airport island.
West Sea Archipelago
A beautiful collection of small islands including Muuido and Sindo dotting the shallow waters near the runway.
For the best experience, book a right-side window seat on an evening flight to witness the 'Golden Hour' over the Incheon Bridge. Keep your camera ready immediately after takeoff from Qingdao to capture the scale of Laoshan Mountain.
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Jimo Coastal District
View of the expanding northern coastline and industrial ports of Qingdao shortly after takeoff.
Yellow Sea Crossing
A vast expanse of the West Sea showing the transition from coastal emerald to deep maritime blue.
Ganghwa Island
One of Korea's largest islands, visible to the north during the final descent into Incheon.
Incheon Port
Aerial perspective of the massive logistical hubs and mudflats on the northern side of the airport.
Sit on the left for softer lighting during afternoon flights. On exceptionally clear days, you may catch a glimpse of the North Korean coastline in the far distance to the north as the plane turns toward the runway.
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Get eSIMs for South KoreaDistance: 557 km (346 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 56 min
Departure: TAO (36.2661018372, 120.374000549)
Arrival: ICN (37.46910095214844, 126.45099639892578)
Route Type: International
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