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Our Recommendation
8.7

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a front-row seat to the dramatic and rarely seen topography of North Korea's interior, including the high-altitude Kaema Plateau and the unique tri-border area where Russia, China, and North Korea converge.

Right Side Highlights
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Hasan District Wetlands

The southernmost tip of Russia, featuring a complex network of lagoons and marshes before the border crossing.

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Tumen River Tri-Border

The specific geographic point where Russia, China, and North Korea meet, marked by the Friendship Bridge.

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Kaema Plateau

Known as the 'Roof of Korea,' this vast basalt plateau offers rugged, high-altitude terrain rarely viewed by outsiders.

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Nangnim Mountains

The central spine of North Korea, which remains snow-capped for much of the year, providing stark topographical contrast.

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Pyongan Rural Landscapes

Intricate patterns of collective farms and terraced hillsides as the aircraft descends toward Pyongyang.

The right side is essential for geography enthusiasts. Keep your camera ready about 15-20 minutes after takeoff to spot the Tumen River. During the winter, the snow-covered interior mountains are particularly photogenic. Afternoon flights provide the best lighting for the western-facing slopes during descent into FNJ.

Left Side Highlights
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Peter the Great Gulf

Dramatic views of the Russian coastline and the islands surrounding Vladivostok shortly after takeoff.

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East Sea/Sea of Japan

An expansive maritime vista that often features cargo ships and fishing fleets operating in the deep waters.

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Coastal Hamgyong Range

Distant views of the steep mountain ridges that drop sharply into the sea along the North Korean eastern coast.

Choose the left side for morning departures to enjoy the sunrise reflecting off the Sea of Japan. While quieter in terms of terrestrial landmarks, it provides a sense of the peninsula's isolation and vast maritime borders.

Top Activities in Pyongyang
Route Information

Distance: 713 km (443 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 11 min

Departure: VVO (43.39899826049805, 132.14799499511722)

Arrival: FNJ (39.224098, 125.669998)

Route Type: International

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