Tokyo to Oita is 480 miles (772 km), a flight of about 1 hour 55 minutes.
Right side captures the most dramatic scenery: Tokyo Bay and the Kanto Plain during departure, then the Izu Peninsula and Suruga Bay during the cruise phase as you head southwest. The landing on the left is scenic but shorter in duration.
Flight Path
Izu Peninsula (mountainous, extends into the Pacific), Suruga Bay (large bay south of the peninsula), transition from the Kanto Plain to the more rugged terrain of central Honshu, occasional views of smaller mountain ranges as you approach Kyushu airspace
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from HND
RIGHTRight-side seats offer views of Tokyo Bay and the Kanto Plain as the aircraft climbs southwestward. You'll see the bay's distinctive shape and the urban sprawl of greater Tokyo receding beneath you.
Landing at OIT
LEFTLeft-side seats provide views of the Kyushu mountains and the Bungo Channel as you descend toward Oita. The approach typically brings you over the Suzuki Mountains and the coastal geography surrounding Oita Bay.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Tokyo International (HND) to Oita (OIT)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Tokyo to Oita. Right side captures the most dramatic scenery: Tokyo Bay and the Kanto Plain during departure, then the Izu Peninsula and Suruga Bay during the cruise phase as you head southwest. The landing on the left is scenic but shorter in duration.
What can I see during takeoff from Tokyo International in Tokyo?
During takeoff from Tokyo International (HND), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of Tokyo Bay and the Kanto Plain as the aircraft climbs southwestward. You'll see the bay's distinctive shape and the urban sprawl of greater Tokyo receding beneath you. Notable sights include: Tokyo Bay, Boso Peninsula (eastern shore), Kanto Plain urban grid, Mount Fuji (distant, on clear days).
What can I see when landing at Oita in Oita?
When landing at Oita (OIT), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide views of the Kyushu mountains and the Bungo Channel as you descend toward Oita. The approach typically brings you over the Suzuki Mountains and the coastal geography surrounding Oita Bay. Notable sights include: Bungo Channel (strait between Kyushu and Shikoku), Suzuki Mountains, Oita Bay, Kyushu's northeastern coastline.
How long is the flight from Tokyo to Oita?
The flight from Tokyo International (HND) to Oita (OIT) takes about 1 hour 55 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 480 miles (772 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Tokyo to Oita flight path pass over?
Izu Peninsula (mountainous, extends into the Pacific), Suruga Bay (large bay south of the peninsula), transition from the Kanto Plain to the more rugged terrain of central Honshu, occasional views of smaller mountain ranges as you approach Kyushu airspace