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YVR → ICN
Which side of the plane to sit from Vancouver International Airport (Vancouver) to Incheon International Airport (Seoul)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is superior for its rare views of the Aleutian Islands and the dramatic volcanic landscapes of the Kamchatka Peninsula in Russia.
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Coast Mountains
Breathtaking views of the snow-capped peaks and deep fjords of British Columbia shortly after takeoff.
Haida Gwaii
The remote and lush archipelago known as the 'Galapagos of the North' off the coast of northern BC.
Kamchatka Volcanoes
Stunning aerial perspectives of active, snow-covered volcanoes in the Russian Far East, a major highlight.
Aleutian Chain
A glimpse of the remote and rugged volcanic island arc stretching across the North Pacific.
Sea of Japan
The crossing into Asian airspace with views of the vast deep blue waters before hitting the Korean coast.
The right side is the 'scenic route' for this trans-Pacific flight. Approximately 7 to 9 hours after departure, look out for the spectacular volcanoes of Kamchatka; this is the undisputed highlight. Use a flight tracker to time this, as the specific Great Circle path varies daily based on jet streams. Clearer weather for viewing the Russian coast is more common during the late spring and summer months.
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Vancouver Skyline
Immediate views of downtown Vancouver, Stanley Park, and the Burrard Inlet upon takeoff if departing west.
Vancouver Island
Aerial perspective of the southern coastline and the rugged Pacific Rim National Park features.
Pacific Horizon
Expansive views of the open ocean with potential for a long-lasting sunset on westbound afternoon flights.
Incheon Bridge
A stunning view of the massive 21km cable-stayed bridge during the final descent into Seoul.
Choose the left side for afternoon departures to witness a prolonged sunset over the Pacific. During the approach to Seoul, the left side often provides better views of the Incheon Bridge and the coastal islands of the Yellow Sea. Keep your window shade down during the middle of the flight to avoid glare, as the sun will be positioned to the south for most of the journey.
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Get eSIMs for South KoreaDistance: 8,200 km (5,095 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 9 hrs 39 min
Departure: YVR (49.193901061999995, -123.183998108)
Arrival: ICN (37.46910095214844, 126.45099639892578)
Route Type: International
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