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TPE → LAX
Which side of the plane to sit from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (Taipei) to Los Angeles International Airport (Los Angeles)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior scenic experience, tracking the rugged North American coastline from the Pacific Northwest down through California, including potential views of Japan and the Aleutian Islands depending on the specific flight path.
Northern Japan Coastline
Early in the flight, catch views of the eastern coast of Honshu or Hokkaido as the plane heads toward the North Pacific.
Aleutian Islands
On northern flight tracks, look down at the remote, volcanic archipelago of Alaska stretching across the Bering Sea.
Pacific Northwest
Witness the dramatic transition from the Pacific Ocean to the snow-capped peaks and dense forests of Washington and Oregon.
San Francisco Bay
On a clear day, the Golden Gate Bridge and the dense urban layout of the Bay Area are often visible as the plane moves south.
Central California Coast
Enjoy the stunning contrast of the rugged Big Sur cliffs meeting the deep blue of the Pacific Ocean during the descent.
Choose the left side for the best coastal panoramas during the final three hours of the journey. For evening departures from TPE, this side is ideal for spotting the Aurora Borealis if the flight takes a high-latitude route over the North Pacific. During arrival at LAX, the left side often provides views of the Hollywood sign and the San Gabriel Mountains.
Infinite Pacific
The vast majority of the flight features the mesmerizing, endless blue of the world's largest ocean.
Pacific Sunrise
As you fly east into the new day, the right side offers a front-row seat to spectacular sunrises over the horizon.
Channel Islands
During the final descent, look for Santa Catalina and the other Channel Islands off the coast of Southern California.
Santa Monica Bay
Catch a glimpse of the iconic Southern California beaches and piers just before touching down at LAX.
The right side is best for passengers who prefer a quieter visual experience with less glare from the sun during the middle of the flight. It offers the best view of the sunrise as the aircraft moves toward the dawn. Upon approach to LAX, it provides a view of the Pacific shoreline and the sprawling suburbs of the South Bay.
Distance: 10,922 km (6,787 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 12 hrs 51 min
Departure: TPE (25.0777, 121.233002)
Arrival: LAX (33.94250107, -118.4079971)
Route Type: International
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