Can I See Mount Fuji From The Air?

Mount Fuji is a symbol of Japan. Do you know that when booking a flight to Japan, choosing the right flight and seat, you can see Mount Fuji from the air. This article will guide you on how to select a flight and seat that offer the best view of Mount Fuji.

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Location of Mount Fuji

Mount Fuji is located approximately 80 kilometers southwest of Tokyo. Narita Airport, which we often visit, is located in the eastern part of Tokyo, while Haneda Airport is situated on the southern side of Tokyo.

Therefore, when flying from Hongkong to Narita or Haneda Airport, theoretically, the flight path will pass over Mount Fuji, allowing for an aerial view.

Choosing a Flight That Passes Over Mount Fuji

You can use the FlightRadar24 tool to check the flight route and whether you can see Mount Fuji from the plane.

For example, let's take CA157 (departing at 16:55, arriving at 20:40). You can enter the flight number in the search bar on the homepage of FlightRadar24 and select your flight.

This will list the flights for the past few days. Select any date and click the "Play" button.

The map will then display the flight path, and you can see the flight passes south of Mount Fuji.

Timing of Flying Over Mount Fuji

On the same page, drag the airplane icon in the red box below to see when the plane will be near Mount Fuji. On the flight path map, a yellow icon will indicate the plane's position.

The green box will show the time when the plane is at that position.

You may notice that the flight departs at 16:55 and arrives at 20:40, but the time shown is 11:01. This is because the time in the green box is in Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). The actual time in our time zone (UTC+8) is 19:01, and in Japan (UTC+9), it is 20:01.

Choosing a Seat for the Best View of Mount Fuji

The flight path shows that CA157 will pass south of Mount Fuji, so seating on the left side of the plane will provide a view.

However, avoid seats near the wing because they may obscure your view. You can accomplish this by using the Seatmap tool.

On the homepage, you can directly search for the flight number or switch to search by route.

The tool will show the seat layout. Click on the seats on the left. If your seat is near the wing, you will receive a prompt. Some seats may not have windows, which will also be noted. Avoid choosing such seats.

Querying Domestic Japanese Flights

If you are taking a domestic flight within Japan, JAL provide a dedicated webpage to show which side of the plane Mount Fuji will appear on.

In the search box, select the departure airport, arrival airport, and time, then click the "Start" button. The page will show which side of the plane Mount Fuji will be visible from.

You can then use the Seatmap tool from step 4 to choose the specific seat.

Bottom Line

Seeing Mount Fuji from the air is a unique experience. Most flights from various cities to Tokyo's Narita or Haneda Airport will pass over Mount Fuji, so choosing the right flight and seat can enhance your experience. We hope this guide helps you.