Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Richmond to Seoul. While takeoff favors the left, the landing experience on the right—seeing Incheon's unique artificial island and the Yellow Sea approach—is more distinctive. The takeoff view from RIC is typical Piedmont scenery, whereas the Incheon arrival is geographically unique.

During takeoff from Richmond International (RIC), sit on the Left side for the best views. RIC typically departs runway 2 (northbound) or runway 20 (southbound). Left seats offer views of the James River and downtown Richmond's skyline during initial climb. The river curves distinctly east of the airport, making it a clear reference point from the left side. Notable sights include: James River (immediate southeast), downtown Richmond skyline, Chickahominy River to the east, Atlantic Coastal Plain extending northward.

When landing at Incheon International (ICN), sit on the Right side for the best views. Incheon International sits on an artificial island (Yeongjong Island) west of Seoul. Approaching from the east (typical routing), right-side seats face the Yellow Sea and the island's distinctive shape. You'll see the bridge connections to the mainland and the sprawling port infrastructure before touchdown. Notable sights include: Yellow Sea (west and north of approach), Yeongjong Island's artificial perimeter, Incheon Bridge and Incheon International Bridge (connecting to mainland), Seoul metropolitan area haze to the southeast.

The flight from Richmond International (RIC) to Incheon International (ICN) takes Approximately 14.5 to 15.5 hours (including typical routing via Aleutian airspace or Pacific track system).

Flight path crosses the North American continent northwestward, passing over the Great Lakes region (if routed via northern corridor), then over Canada's boreal forest and Arctic regions. The Pacific crossing offers views of the Aleutian Islands (if visible at cruise altitude), then approaches Asia over the Sea of Japan. The final descent into Incheon crosses the Korean Peninsula's western coast and the Yellow Sea.