About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Hiroshima (HIJ) to Tokyo International (HND)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Hiroshima to Tokyo. The right side captures the spectacular Seto Inland Sea during departure with its island-studded waters, and during the cruise phase the right side tracks along the Pacific coastal side offering views of the Kii Peninsula and Ise Bay. The landing left-side advantage is real but shorter in duration, making right the better choice for the full journey.
What can I see during takeoff from Hiroshima in Hiroshima?
During takeoff from Hiroshima (HIJ), sit on the Right side for the best views. Hiroshima Airport's primary departure runway (28L/10R) means eastbound departures climb out heading east. The right side gives you a view south over Hiroshima city and the Seto Inland Sea, with its scattered islands clearly visible. The Peace Memorial Park area and the Ota River delta are identifiable from low altitude. Notable sights include: Seto Inland Sea island chains, Ota River delta and Hiroshima city grid, Etajima Island, Mihara coastline to the east.
What can I see when landing at Tokyo International in Tokyo?
When landing at Tokyo International (HND), sit on the Left side for the best views. Haneda primarily uses runways 34L/34R or 16L/16R depending on wind. On the common southerly approach over Tokyo Bay, the left side faces east toward the bay and gives you the Tokyo skyline — Shinjuku towers, Tokyo Tower, and the Rainbow Bridge are all visible. The right side faces inland toward suburban sprawl with fewer distinctive features. Notable sights include: Tokyo Bay and Rainbow Bridge, Shinjuku skyscraper cluster, Tokyo Tower, Odaiba waterfront reclaimed land.
How long is the flight from Hiroshima to Tokyo?
The flight from Hiroshima (HIJ) to Tokyo International (HND) takes Approximately 1 hour 10 minutes.
What does the Hiroshima to Tokyo flight path pass over?
The flight tracks northeast over the Chugoku Mountains, then crosses Osaka and the Kinki region with Osaka Bay visible, continues over the Kii Peninsula and Ise Bay, then follows the Pacific coast of the Tokai region past Shizuoka before descending toward Tokyo Bay. Mount Fuji is frequently visible from both sides depending on exact routing, typically appearing to the right side roughly 30-40 minutes before landing as a snow-capped cone rising above the surrounding terrain.