The right side captures the most dramatic scenery on departure (Oslo Fjord and Oslomark), and while the left side wins on landing, the takeoff experience is more visually rewarding and immediate.
Flight Path
The flight crosses the North Sea, then the Scandinavian Peninsula (Norwegian mountains and forests), continues over the Barents Sea and Arctic waters, passes north of Russia's Kola Peninsula, crosses the Bering Sea, and approaches Japan from the northwest. Notable visible features include: the Norwegian coast and fjord systems (early flight), the Arctic Ocean ice edge (seasonal, mid-flight), and the Kuril Islands chain south of Kamchatka (late approach). Most of the flight crosses open ocean with limited landmark visibility.
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from OSL
RIGHTRight side offers views of the Oslo Fjord and surrounding forested terrain immediately after departure. The aircraft climbs northeastward over water and the Oslomark forest region, providing immediate scenic contrast.
Landing at CTS
LEFTLeft side provides views of Sapporo city, the Ishikari Plain, and the approach over Lake Shikotsu during descent into Chitose. The aircraft descends from the southwest, making the left side ideal for urban and water features.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Oslo Gardermoen (OSL) to Chitose International Airport (CTS)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Oslo to Sapporo. The right side captures the most dramatic scenery on departure (Oslo Fjord and Oslomark), and while the left side wins on landing, the takeoff experience is more visually rewarding and immediate.
What can I see during takeoff from Oslo Gardermoen in Oslo?
During takeoff from Oslo Gardermoen (OSL), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side offers views of the Oslo Fjord and surrounding forested terrain immediately after departure. The aircraft climbs northeastward over water and the Oslomark forest region, providing immediate scenic contrast. Notable sights include: Oslo Fjord (inner basin), Oslomark forest plateau, Lake Mjøsa (visible in distance to north), Drammen River valley.
What can I see when landing at Chitose International Airport in Sapporo?
When landing at Chitose International Airport (CTS), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side provides views of Sapporo city, the Ishikari Plain, and the approach over Lake Shikotsu during descent into Chitose. The aircraft descends from the southwest, making the left side ideal for urban and water features. Notable sights include: Lake Shikotsu (caldera lake with distinctive oval shape), Sapporo city grid and urban sprawl, Ishikari Plain agricultural fields, Daisetsu Mountains (distant, to the east).
How long is the flight from Oslo to Sapporo?
The flight from Oslo Gardermoen (OSL) to Chitose International Airport (CTS) takes 11h 10m.
What does the Oslo to Sapporo flight path pass over?
The flight crosses the North Sea, then the Scandinavian Peninsula (Norwegian mountains and forests), continues over the Barents Sea and Arctic waters, passes north of Russia's Kola Peninsula, crosses the Bering Sea, and approaches Japan from the northwest. Notable visible features include: the Norwegian coast and fjord systems (early flight), the Arctic Ocean ice edge (seasonal, mid-flight), and the Kuril Islands chain south of Kamchatka (late approach). Most of the flight crosses open ocean with limited landmark visibility.