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TPE → YVR
Which side of the plane to sit from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (Taipei) to Vancouver International Airport (Vancouver)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side (Starboard) is generally superior for the approach into Vancouver, offering iconic views of the Gulf Islands and the city skyline, along with better angles of the Japanese coastline during the first half of the journey.
Japan Archipelago
Aerial views of the eastern coastline of Japan, often passing near the lights of Tokyo or Sendai.
Pacific Great Circle
Vast ocean horizons where you can witness the scale of the North Pacific and shifting cloud formations.
Vancouver Island
Panoramic views of the rugged West Coast, Pacific Rim National Park, and the Nanaimo region.
The Gulf Islands
A beautiful mosaic of small islands and ferry wakes scattered between Vancouver Island and the mainland.
Vancouver Skyline
On approach to runways 08L/R, you get a perfect view of Stanley Park, the downtown skyscrapers, and Burrard Inlet.
The right side offers the most scenic arrival experience into YVR. Most flights arrive in late afternoon; the sun will be behind you or to the side, providing excellent lighting for photos of Vancouver Island and the city. If landing towards the east, this side provides the classic 'postcard' view of the city and harbor.
Northern Taiwan Coastline
Upon takeoff, views of the rugged northern tip of Taiwan and the outskirts of New Taipei City.
Aleutian Chain
On clear days, the left side offers views of the remote, snow-capped volcanic peaks of the Aleutian Islands.
Sunshine Coast
During the descent, views of the dense evergreen forests and deep glacial fjords along the British Columbia coast.
North Shore Mountains
Dramatic close-up views of the Lions peaks and the coastal mountain range as the plane turns for final approach.
The left side is the best choice for catching the sunrise while flying eastward over the Pacific. Since most TPE-YVR flights depart late at night, be ready for light roughly 6-7 hours into the flight. This side is also preferred if the flight path takes a more northerly route over the Bering Sea.
Distance: 9,592 km (5,960 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 11 hrs 17 min
Departure: TPE (25.0777, 121.233002)
Arrival: YVR (49.193901061999995, -123.183998108)
Route Type: International
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