The left side wins primarily on the strength of the Mount Fuji departure view, one of the most recognizable scenic moments possible from HND, while the long Siberian cruise segment offers little differentiation between sides.
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Flight Path
Tokyo to Copenhagen is 5,411 miles (8,709 km), a flight of about 11 hours 45 minutes.
The great-circle route crosses the Sea of Japan, the taiga and river systems of eastern Siberia near Yakutia, and the western foothills of the Ural Mountains before entering European airspace over the Baltic states.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from HND
LEFTDeparting HND on a north-bound climb toward Siberia, the aircraft banks away from Tokyo Bay and gives left-side passengers a classic view of Mount Fuji's snow-capped cone rising above the Kanto plain, along with the sprawl of western Tokyo and Yokohama below.
Landing at CPH
RIGHTOn the descent into CPH from the northeast, the approach path crosses the Øresund strait before turning onto runway 22, giving right-side passengers a sweeping view of the Copenhagen waterfront, the Øresund Bridge, and the flat green fields of Zealand.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Tokyo International (HND) to Kastrup (CPH)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Tokyo to Copenhagen. The left side wins primarily on the strength of the Mount Fuji departure view, one of the most recognizable scenic moments possible from HND, while the long Siberian cruise segment offers little differentiation between sides.
What can I see during takeoff from Tokyo International in Tokyo?
During takeoff from Tokyo International (HND), sit on the Left side for the best views. Departing HND on a north-bound climb toward Siberia, the aircraft banks away from Tokyo Bay and gives left-side passengers a classic view of Mount Fuji's snow-capped cone rising above the Kanto plain, along with the sprawl of western Tokyo and Yokohama below. Notable sights include: Mount Fuji, Tokyo Bay, Yokohama skyline, Tama River delta.
What can I see when landing at Kastrup in Copenhagen?
When landing at Kastrup (CPH), sit on the Right side for the best views. On the descent into CPH from the northeast, the approach path crosses the Øresund strait before turning onto runway 22, giving right-side passengers a sweeping view of the Copenhagen waterfront, the Øresund Bridge, and the flat green fields of Zealand. Notable sights include: Øresund Bridge, Copenhagen harbor, Amager island, Zealand farmland.
How long is the flight from Tokyo to Copenhagen?
The flight from Tokyo International (HND) to Kastrup (CPH) takes about 11 hours 45 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 5,411 miles (8,709 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Tokyo to Copenhagen flight path pass over?
The great-circle route crosses the Sea of Japan, the taiga and river systems of eastern Siberia near Yakutia, and the western foothills of the Ural Mountains before entering European airspace over the Baltic states.