About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from New Tokyo International (NRT) to Charles De Gaulle (CDG)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Tokyo to Paris. While takeoff offers Mount Fuji views on the right, the landing approach over the Seine River valley and Paris metropolitan area provides more sustained and dramatic scenery. Left-side seats capture the river's meanders, urban landmarks, and the transition from rural Île-de-France to the city—a more visually rewarding final hour of flight.
What can I see during takeoff from New Tokyo International in Tokyo?
During takeoff from New Tokyo International (NRT), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of Mount Fuji and the Izu Peninsula as the aircraft climbs southeastward over the Pacific. The mountain is typically visible on clear days during the initial climb-out phase before the aircraft turns west toward the polar route. Notable sights include: Mount Fuji (3,776 m), Izu Peninsula, Sagami Bay, Pacific Ocean.
What can I see when landing at Charles De Gaulle in Paris?
When landing at Charles De Gaulle (CDG), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide views of the Seine River, Île-de-France region, and Paris city landmarks during the descent approach from the northeast. The river's distinctive meanders and the urban sprawl of the Paris metropolitan area are clearly visible from 10,000–5,000 feet. Notable sights include: Seine River, Île-de-France plains, Paris urban area, Versailles region.
How long is the flight from Tokyo to Paris?
The flight from New Tokyo International (NRT) to Charles De Gaulle (CDG) takes 11h 55m.
What does the Tokyo to Paris flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Eurasian continent at high altitude, passing over or near: the Kamchatka Peninsula and volcanic peaks, the Bering Strait region, the Arctic Ocean, northern Russia (Siberian tundra and taiga), the Ural Mountains, and the North European Plain. At cruise altitude (35,000+ feet), individual landmarks are difficult to discern, but major geographic features like mountain ranges and large water bodies may be visible under clear conditions. The route typically follows a great-circle path over the North Pole region, offering potential views of Arctic ice, major river valleys (Ob, Yenisei, Lena), and the transition from Siberian wilderness to European lowlands during daylight hours depending on season.