The right side offers Auckland's harbour and volcanic scenery on departure and Taiwan's coastal mountains near Taipei on arrival, while the many hours of open Pacific and Philippine Sea cruising offer no distinguishing scenery on either side.
Flight Path
The route crosses thousands of miles of open Pacific Ocean, passing near the Coral Sea and Solomon Islands region before crossing into the Philippine Sea approaching Taiwan — mostly featureless open water with occasional distant island glimpses.
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from AKL
RIGHTDeparting AKL on runway 23L, the aircraft climbs southwest over Manukau Harbour before banking north toward Asia, putting Auckland's Waitemata Harbour, the city skyline, and the volcanic cone of Rangitoto Island on the right side of the plane during the turn.
Landing at TPE
RIGHTArrivals into TPE using runway 23 typically approach from the southwest over Taiwan's western coastal plain, giving right-side passengers views of the forested Yangmingshan volcanic massif and the Taipei basin before the final turn onto the runway near the coast.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Auckland International (AKL) to Chiang Kai Shek International (TPE)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Auckland to Taipei. The right side offers Auckland's harbour and volcanic scenery on departure and Taiwan's coastal mountains near Taipei on arrival, while the many hours of open Pacific and Philippine Sea cruising offer no distinguishing scenery on either side.
What can I see during takeoff from Auckland International in Auckland?
During takeoff from Auckland International (AKL), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing AKL on runway 23L, the aircraft climbs southwest over Manukau Harbour before banking north toward Asia, putting Auckland's Waitemata Harbour, the city skyline, and the volcanic cone of Rangitoto Island on the right side of the plane during the turn. Notable sights include: Manukau Harbour, Auckland CBD skyline, Rangitoto Island, Hauraki Gulf islands.
What can I see when landing at Chiang Kai Shek International in Taipei?
When landing at Chiang Kai Shek International (TPE), sit on the Right side for the best views. Arrivals into TPE using runway 23 typically approach from the southwest over Taiwan's western coastal plain, giving right-side passengers views of the forested Yangmingshan volcanic massif and the Taipei basin before the final turn onto the runway near the coast. Notable sights include: Taiwan Strait coastline, Yangmingshan volcanic hills, Taipei basin haze-lit skyline, Tamsui River mouth.
How long is the flight from Auckland to Taipei?
The flight from Auckland International (AKL) to Chiang Kai Shek International (TPE) takes 11h 05m.
What does the Auckland to Taipei flight path pass over?
The route crosses thousands of miles of open Pacific Ocean, passing near the Coral Sea and Solomon Islands region before crossing into the Philippine Sea approaching Taiwan — mostly featureless open water with occasional distant island glimpses.