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ULN → NRT
Which side of the plane to sit from Chinggis Khaan International Airport (Ulan Bator) to Narita International Airport (Tokyo)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior sequence of geographic landmarks, including the southern fringes of the Gobi Desert, the intricate coastline of South Korea, and a high-probability view of Mount Fuji during the approach to Tokyo.
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Gobi Desert Fringes
Stunning transitions from steppe to arid desert landscapes along the Mongolia-China border.
Incheon & West Sea
Aerial views of the massive Incheon Bridge and the numerous islands dotting the South Korean coast.
Japanese Alps
The snow-capped Hida and Kiso mountain ranges of central Honshu, visible as the plane crosses Japan.
Mount Fuji
The iconic volcanic cone is often visible to the south during the descent into the Kanto Plain.
Tokyo Bay
Distant views of the sprawling Tokyo metropolis and the busy shipping lanes of the bay on clear days.
The right side is the 'photographer's side' for this route. Aim for an afternoon flight to catch the landscape in warm light. Mount Fuji is the highlight; it typically appears about 20-30 minutes before landing. Ensure you have a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze distorting the mountain view.
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Eastern Mongolian Steppe
Vast, rolling grasslands and traditional nomadic patterns visible shortly after departure from Ulan Bator.
Greater Khingan Range
Dense forest systems and rugged peaks of the Inner Mongolia autonomous region in China.
Sea of Japan
A long transit over deep blue waters separating the Korean Peninsula from the Japanese archipelago.
Niigata Coastline
The dramatic entry point into Japanese airspace featuring the western rocky shores of Honshu.
Kashima Industrial Zone
Huge maritime ports and industrial facilities on the Pacific coast just before the final turn to Narita.
The left side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the harsh southern sun glare. It offers a peaceful view of the Siberian-style taiga and the northern Japanese coastline. Watch for the 'Sea of Japan' transition, which can be quite moody and atmospheric in winter.
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Get eSIMs for JapanDistance: 3,061 km (1,902 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 36 min
Departure: ULN (47.843102, 106.766998)
Arrival: NRT (35.764701843299996, 140.386001587)
Route Type: International
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