About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Taichung (TXG) to Los Angeles International (LAX)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Chung to Los Angeles. Right side wins both ends of the flight — the dramatic Central Mountain Range on departure and the LA Basin panorama on arrival. Over the Pacific the views are largely ocean regardless of side, so the bookend scenery is the deciding factor.
What can I see during takeoff from Taichung in Chung?
During takeoff from Taichung (TXG), sit on the Right side for the best views. RWY 36 is the primary departure at RCT/TXG, heading north, which puts the Central Mountain Range — including Xueshan and the high ridgelines of Shei-Pa National Park — on the right side as the aircraft banks northeast toward the Pacific. The Taichung basin and coastal flatlands spread out to the left but offer far less drama. Notable sights include: Central Mountain Range (Zhongyang Shanmai) ridgeline, Xueshan (Snow Mountain, 3,886m), Taichung urban grid and harbor to the west, Taiwan Strait coastline.
What can I see when landing at Los Angeles International in Los Angeles?
When landing at Los Angeles International (LAX), sit on the Right side for the best views. LAX typically uses runways 24L/24R for westward landings over the ocean, meaning the approach comes in from the east over the LA Basin. The right side gives a clear view of downtown Los Angeles, the Santa Monica Mountains, and the Hollywood Hills as the aircraft descends over the city grid. The left side looks south toward the South Bay and is less visually interesting. Notable sights include: Downtown Los Angeles skyline, Santa Monica Mountains and Hollywood Hills, Santa Monica Bay coastline, the LAX runway complex and El Segundo shoreline.
How long is the flight from Chung to Los Angeles?
The flight from Taichung (TXG) to Los Angeles International (LAX) takes Approximately 11-12 hours.
What does the Chung to Los Angeles flight path pass over?
The flight tracks northeast from Taiwan across the East China Sea, then over the open North Pacific on a great circle route passing south of the Aleutian Island chain. Midway through, the Aleutians may be faintly visible as a distant island arc on the left (north) side. The final few hours cross the California coast, with the Sierra Nevada and Central Valley visible before descending into the LA Basin.