Seeing Tokyo Skytree from a plane
At 2,080 ft, the tallest tower in the world. Look for the white lattice spire rising from flat east Tokyo near the Sumida River.
4 of our routes pass it. Japan · rated 5 of 10
The easy pick
Tokyo to Sapporo: sit on the left, on the climb, 3 min after takeoff.
Which side, by route
| Route | Side | When |
|---|---|---|
| Tokyo to Sapporo | Left | on the climb, 3 min after takeoff |
| Tokyo to Fukuoka | Left | on the climb, 3 min after takeoff |
| Tokyo to Hiroshima | Left | on the climb, 4 min after takeoff |
| Tokyo to Nagasaki | Right the other side is usually better on this route | on the climb, 5 min after takeoff |
From the real paths of every nonstop on these routes in the last 10 days, at the usual time of day.
Questions
Which side of the plane do you see Tokyo Skytree from?
It depends on the direction: the left on most of our routes (3 of 4). The table lists each route's side.
When can you see Tokyo Skytree from a plane?
Near the airport, on the climb or on the way down, and mid-flight on longer routes: see the table for each route.
Do clouds matter?
Yes. These answers assume a clear day. Within 3 days of your flight, pick your exact flight in the app for the cloud forecast.
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