Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Cheju to Seoul. While takeoff offers dramatic volcanic scenery, the landing approach into Gimpo provides more sustained visual interest over the Han River and Seoul's urban geography. Left seats capture both the approach corridor and the river system that defines the region.

During takeoff from Jeju International (CJU), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats capture the immediate geography of Jeju Island's volcanic terrain and the surrounding Korea Strait. Depending on runway direction (typically 07/25), you'll see either the eastern or western coastline with distinctive lava fields and the island's interior plateau. Notable sights include: Hallasan volcano (1,950m, visible as the island's central high point), Jeju's black lava plateaus and coastal cliffs, Korea Strait to the north, smaller volcanic cones dotting the island's surface.

When landing at Gimpo (GMP), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats offer the best approach views into Gimpo. On descent into Seoul, you'll see the Han River's distinctive meanders, the city's urban sprawl, and Incheon's industrial areas. The approach typically uses runways 14/32, and left seats capture the western approach corridor over the river system. Notable sights include: Han River with its characteristic oxbow bends and bridges, Seoul's dense urban grid and high-rise clusters, Incheon's industrial waterfront and container terminals, Gimpo Airport's position at the river's edge.

The flight from Jeju International (CJU) to Gimpo (GMP) takes Approximately 50-55 minutes.

The flight path crosses the Korea Strait from south to north. Midway, you'll pass over open water with occasional fishing vessels visible. As you approach the mainland, the Yellow Sea's shallow waters give way to the Korean coastline near Incheon. The Han River estuary becomes visible 15-20 minutes before landing, with its wide delta and tidal mudflats distinctive from altitude. Industrial areas around Incheon port and the Gimpo approach corridor dominate the final descent.