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ZRH → NRT
Which side of the plane to sit from Zürich Airport (Zurich) to Narita International Airport (Tokyo)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior scenic experience, featuring an immediate view of the Swiss Alps, the rugged Caucasus Mountains, and the iconic Mount Fuji during the arrival phase into Tokyo.
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Swiss Alps
Spectacular, close-up views of the snow-capped Alpine peaks within the first 20 minutes of flight.
Caucasus Mountains
Dramatic views of Mount Elbrus and the jagged glaciers between the Black and Caspian Seas.
Caspian Sea
The vast, turquoise waters of the world's largest inland sea and its unique coastal architecture.
Tianshan Range
The massive 'Heavenly Mountains' of Central Asia, offering some of the highest peaks on the route.
Mount Fuji
On clear days during a southern approach, the perfectly symmetrical cone is visible on the right.
The right side is the 'photographer's side' for this route. Sit here for the Alps shortly after takeoff. For the arrival, Mount Fuji typically appears on the right side if the plane approaches Narita from the south or west. Keep your window shade open during the final 45 minutes of the flight to catch this landmark. In winter, the snow-covered Caucasus and Tianshan ranges are particularly brilliant in the morning light.
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Zurich Cityscape
A beautiful perspective of Lake Zurich and the city center during the initial climb and eastward turn.
Gobi Desert
Vast, undulating sand dunes and rocky plateaus across Southern Mongolia and Northern China.
Chinese Metropolises
Impressive night-time views of the sprawling urban lights of major hubs like Beijing or Tianjin.
Sea of Japan
The deep blue expanse separating the Asian continent from the Japanese archipelago.
The left side is ideal for travelers who enjoy the stark beauty of the Gobi Desert and the northern horizon. If the flight is a daylight journey, the sun will mostly be on the opposite side, reducing glare for photography. Watch for the rugged coastline of Honshu as you enter Japanese airspace.
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Get eSIMs for JapanDistance: 9,595 km (5,962 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 11 hrs 17 min
Departure: ZRH (47.464699, 8.54917)
Arrival: NRT (35.764701843299996, 140.386001587)
Route Type: International
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