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HKG → MNL
Which side of the plane to sit from Hong Kong International Airport (Hong Kong) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (Manila)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the massive Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge upon departure and a stunning approach over Manila Bay with the Bataan Peninsula and Corregidor Island visible during the descent.
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HZMB Bridge
The world's longest bridge-tunnel sea crossing connecting Hong Kong to Macau and Zhuhai.
Corregidor Island
The historic tadpole-shaped island fortress located at the entrance of Manila Bay.
Mount Mariveles
The dormant volcano on the tip of the Bataan Peninsula visible during the descent.
Manila Bay
An iconic view of the bay, especially famous for golden hour reflections during evening arrivals.
The right side is highly recommended for afternoon flights to witness the famous Manila Bay sunset. Keep your camera ready immediately after takeoff from HKG to capture the engineering marvel of the Macau bridge.
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Victoria Harbour
A potential view of the dense Hong Kong Island skyline if taking off towards the east.
Sierra Madre Mountains
Lush green peaks of the longest mountain range in the Philippines during the Luzon approach.
Quezon City Urbanity
A bird's-eye view of the sprawling northern Metro Manila residential and commercial hubs.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and to see the sunrise over the Pacific side. It is particularly scenic during the final 20 minutes of the flight when crossing the Philippine coastline.
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Get eSIMs for PhilippinesDistance: 1,146 km (712 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 32 min
Departure: HKG (22.308901, 113.915001)
Arrival: MNL (14.5086, 121.019997)
Route Type: International
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