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YNT → ICN
Which side of the plane to sit from Yantai Laishan Airport (Yantai) to Incheon International Airport (Seoul)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is generally preferred for this short cross-sea hop as it offers a superior look at the Weihai coastline and the iconic Incheon Bridge during the final approach into Seoul.
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Weihai Coastline
Detailed views of Weihai's urban sprawl and the easternmost tip of the Shandong Peninsula.
Liugong Island
A historic island known for its role in the Sino-Japanese War, visible near the Weihai coast.
Incheon Bridge
A stunning view of the 21.38km long cable-stayed bridge during the final descent into ICN.
Muuido Island
Scenic views of South Korean beaches and hiking trails just before landing.
Yellow Sea Shipping Lanes
Dozens of cargo ships and tankers queued for entry into the major ports of East Asia.
Highly recommended for late afternoon or evening flights to catch the sunset over the Yellow Sea. Keep your camera ready during the last 10 minutes of flight for the Incheon Bridge and the complex island geography of the Korean west coast.
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Aerial view of Yantai's historic core and harbor immediately after takeoff.
Yellow Sea Crossing
A vast expanse of blue water connecting the Shandong Peninsula to the Korean Peninsula.
North Korean Horizon
On exceptionally clear days, the distant silhouette of the Ongjin Peninsula in North Korea may be visible to the north.
Ganghwa Island
A large, historic island featuring rugged terrain located just north of Incheon International Airport.
Sit toward the front to avoid wing obstruction when peering north toward the North Korean coastline. This side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the southern sun over the sea.
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Get eSIMs for South KoreaDistance: 448 km (278 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 45 min
Departure: YNT (37.40169906616211, 121.37200164794922)
Arrival: ICN (37.46910095214844, 126.45099639892578)
Route Type: International
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