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Which side of the plane to sit from Liuting Airport (Qingdao) to Kansai International Airport (Osaka)?

Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers spectacular views of the Seto Inland Sea's numerous islands and the iconic Akashi Kaikyo Bridge during the descent into Osaka.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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Qingdao Coastline

Aerial view of Qingdao's unique red-tiled roofs and the Olympic Sailing Center shortly after takeoff.

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Jeju Island

On clear days, the volcanic peak of Hallasan can be seen rising from the sea to the south.

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Akashi Kaikyo Bridge

A stunning view of the world's longest suspension bridge connecting Kobe to Awaji Island.

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Seto Inland Sea

A breathtaking panorama of the 'Aegean of the East,' dotted with thousands of small islands.

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Kansai Airport Island

A perfect view of the man-made island architecture during the final bank and touchdown.

The right side is highly recommended for the approach. Try to book a morning flight to have the sun behind you for the best photos of the Seto Inland Sea. Look out specifically 15 minutes before landing for the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge.

Left Side Highlights
6.8
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Yellow Sea Crossing

Expansive views of the maritime traffic lanes between the Shandong Peninsula and the Korean coast.

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Seoul Metropolitan Area

Distant views of the sprawling urban landscape of Incheon and Seoul as the flight transits the Korean Peninsula.

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Tottori Sand Dunes

Unique coastal sand formations visible as the flight enters Japanese airspace over the San'in region.

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Chugoku Mountains

The rugged, forested peaks of western Honshu stretching toward the Sea of Japan.

Sit on the left for better views of the Korean coastline and the northern shores of Honshu. Afternoon flights offer better lighting for this side as the sun moves southward, reducing glare on the windows.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,363 km (847 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 49 min

Departure: TAO (36.2661018372, 120.374000549)

Arrival: KIX (34.42729949951172, 135.24400329589844)

Route Type: International

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