About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Incheon International (ICN) to The William B Hartsfield Atlanta International (ATL)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Seoul to Atlanta. Right side wins both ends of the flight — Seoul's urban geography and the Han estuary on departure, and Atlanta's skyline with Stone Mountain on approach. The transpacific routing over the North Pacific offers limited mid-flight scenery on either side, so the terminal phases determine the winner.
What can I see during takeoff from Incheon International in Seoul?
During takeoff from Incheon International (ICN), sit on the Right side for the best views. ICN departures heading east or northeast on runways 15L/33R typically swing right over the Han River estuary and give right-side passengers a clear view of Seoul's skyline and the mountains ringing the city. Left side faces open Yellow Sea water with little of interest. Notable sights include: Han River estuary and tidal flats, Seoul city center and N Seoul Tower on Namsan, Bukhansan granite peaks north of the city, Gyeonggi Bay coastline.
What can I see when landing at The William B Hartsfield Atlanta International in Atlanta?
When landing at The William B Hartsfield Atlanta International (ATL), sit on the Right side for the best views. ATL arrivals from the west or northwest on runways 08L/08R/09L/09R approach from the west, putting right-side passengers over the downtown Atlanta skyline and Stone Mountain to the east. Left side sees suburban sprawl with no distinctive landmarks. Notable sights include: Downtown Atlanta skyline, Stone Mountain granite dome 16 miles east of downtown, Chattahoochee River corridor, Lake Lanier reservoir to the northeast.
How long is the flight from Seoul to Atlanta?
The flight from Incheon International (ICN) to The William B Hartsfield Atlanta International (ATL) takes Approximately 13 to 14 hours.
What does the Seoul to Atlanta flight path pass over?
The great circle route arcs northeast over the Sea of Japan, crosses the southern Aleutian Island chain and Alaskan Peninsula where volcanic peaks like Shishaldin and Pavlof may be visible on clear days, then tracks southeast across the Gulf of Alaska and British Columbia, over the Canadian Rockies, and descends across the central US plains and Appalachian foothills into Atlanta. The Aleutian volcanoes and the Canadian Rockies are the most visually dramatic mid-flight features on a clear day.