Left seats win overall because the departure scenery from Victoria is more visually dramatic and accessible—the Strait of Juan de Fuca and Olympic Mountains are immediately visible during climb-out. While the landing approach into Kaohsiung favors right seats, the takeoff experience is more consistently rewarding.
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Flight Path
Victoria to Kaohsiung is 6,145 miles (9,889 km), a flight of about 11 hours 30 minutes.
The flight path crosses the North Pacific Ocean heading southwest. Notable geographic features along the route include: the Aleutian Islands (visible from altitude on clear days, roughly 6-7 hours into flight), the Bering Sea, and the transition into the western Pacific. As the aircraft approaches Taiwan, the Ryukyu Islands chain becomes visible on the right side during descent. The flight passes east of Japan and the Korean Peninsula at high altitude. Most of the mid-flight duration is over open ocean with limited ground features visible.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from YYJ
LEFTLeft seats offer views of the Strait of Juan de Fuca and the Olympic Mountains immediately after departure. Victoria International departs runways oriented roughly east-west, and left-side seats capture the dramatic water and mountain scenery to the south and west.
Landing at KHH
RIGHTRight seats provide excellent views during the approach to Kaohsiung. Aircraft typically descend over the Taiwan Strait and approach from the northwest, giving right-side passengers clear sightlines of the Kaohsiung harbor, Love River, and the coastal urban landscape.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Victoria International (YYJ) to Kaohsiung International (KHH)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Victoria to Kaohsiung. Left seats win overall because the departure scenery from Victoria is more visually dramatic and accessible—the Strait of Juan de Fuca and Olympic Mountains are immediately visible during climb-out. While the landing approach into Kaohsiung favors right seats, the takeoff experience is more consistently rewarding.
What can I see during takeoff from Victoria International in Victoria?
During takeoff from Victoria International (YYJ), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left seats offer views of the Strait of Juan de Fuca and the Olympic Mountains immediately after departure. Victoria International departs runways oriented roughly east-west, and left-side seats capture the dramatic water and mountain scenery to the south and west. Notable sights include: Strait of Juan de Fuca, Olympic Mountains (Washington State), Vancouver Island coastline, Mount Baker (visible on clear days).
What can I see when landing at Kaohsiung International in Kaohsiung?
When landing at Kaohsiung International (KHH), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right seats provide excellent views during the approach to Kaohsiung. Aircraft typically descend over the Taiwan Strait and approach from the northwest, giving right-side passengers clear sightlines of the Kaohsiung harbor, Love River, and the coastal urban landscape. Notable sights include: Kaohsiung Harbor, Love River, Taiwan Strait coastline, Formosa Boulevard district.
How long is the flight from Victoria to Kaohsiung?
The flight from Victoria International (YYJ) to Kaohsiung International (KHH) takes about 11 hours 30 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 6,145 miles (9,889 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Victoria to Kaohsiung flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the North Pacific Ocean heading southwest. Notable geographic features along the route include: the Aleutian Islands (visible from altitude on clear days, roughly 6-7 hours into flight), the Bering Sea, and the transition into the western Pacific. As the aircraft approaches Taiwan, the Ryukyu Islands chain becomes visible on the right side during descent. The flight passes east of Japan and the Korean Peninsula at high altitude. Most of the mid-flight duration is over open ocean with limited ground features visible.