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CEB → KUL
Which side of the plane to sit from Mactan Cebu International Airport (Cebu) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (Kuala Lumpur)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a more dramatic perspective of the Philippine archipelago's volcanic terrain, including Mount Kanlaon, and a better angle for the sunset over the Sulu Sea during evening flights.
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Mactan Island
Aerial views of the coral reefs and resorts surrounding the airport immediately after departure.
Mount Kanlaon
The highest peak in the Visayas and an active volcano, visible as you cross over Negros Island.
Sulu Sea
Vast stretches of deep blue water interspersed with remote atolls and turquoise reefs.
Malacca Strait
Dozens of cargo ships and tankers visible as you cross one of the world's busiest shipping lanes before landing.
For the most scenic experience, book a flight that departs in the late afternoon. This allows you to see the golden hour light hitting the Negros volcanoes and provides a front-row seat to a sunset over the South China Sea. Avoid seats directly over the wing for unobstructed views of the reefs.
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Cebu City
A sprawling view of the Queen City of the South and the busy Port of Cebu during the initial climb.
Central Cebu Range
The rugged green mountains that form the backbone of Cebu island.
Guimaras Island
Known for its mangoes, this island appears as a lush green gem between Panay and Negros.
Putrajaya
On the approach to KUL, you can often spot the grand architecture and bridges of Malaysia's administrative capital.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. During the descent into Kuala Lumpur, look for the neatly organized patterns of the vast palm oil plantations that cover the landscape of Selangor and Negeri Sembilan.
Book Hotels in Kuala LumpurDistance: 2,598 km (1,614 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 28 min
Departure: CEB (10.307499885559, 123.97899627686)
Arrival: KUL (2.7455799579619997, 101.70999908446998)
Route Type: International
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