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BKK → MNL
Which side of the plane to sit from Suvarnabhumi Airport (Bangkok) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (Manila)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the dramatic coastline of Central Vietnam, the rugged Annamite Range, and a scenic approach over the Sierra Madre mountains of Luzon.
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Chonburi Coastline
Aerial views of the popular beaches and industrial ports of Eastern Thailand shortly after departure from BKK.
Cardamom Mountains
The dense, green canopy of one of Southeast Asia's largest remaining rainforests in Western Cambodia.
Da Nang & Central Vietnam
A stunning perspective where the mountains meet the South China Sea near the Son Tra Peninsula.
Paracel Islands
Occasional sightings of remote coral atolls and turquoise reefs in the middle of the South China Sea.
Sierra Madre Range
The backbone of Luzon island, featuring high peaks and deep valleys as the plane begins its descent.
Choose a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. On morning flights, the sun will be on the right, making the left side much better for photography without glare. Keep your eyes peeled for the Central Vietnamese coastline approximately 70-90 minutes into the flight.
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Mekong Delta
The vast 'Rice Bowl' of Vietnam, characterized by a complex network of brown silt-filled rivers and bright green paddies.
Ho Chi Minh City
The massive urban sprawl and tall skyscrapers of Vietnam's economic heart are often visible to the south.
Taal Volcano
On southern approaches to MNL, you can see this unique 'volcano within a lake' located in Batangas.
Manila Bay
A great view of the numerous ships anchored in the bay and the Cavite coastline during the final approach.
Manila Skyline
Panoramic views of the high-rises in Makati and BGC if the flight path circles from the south or east.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to witness the sunset over the South China Sea. If landing at MNL during a southern approach (Runway 06), the right side provides the best view of the iconic Taal Volcano and the Laguna de Bay region. During monsoon season (June–October), expect cloud cover over the Mekong Delta.
Book Hotels in ManilaDistance: 2,188 km (1,360 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 55 min
Departure: BKK (13.681099891662598, 100.74700164794922)
Arrival: MNL (14.5086, 121.019997)
Route Type: International
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