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JED → MNL
Which side of the plane to sit from King Abdulaziz International Airport (Jeddah) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (Manila)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most dramatic natural scenery, featuring the vast orange dunes of the Empty Quarter, the rugged Omani coast, and the stunning island clusters of Palawan during the descent into the Philippines.
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Rub' al Khali
The 'Empty Quarter' presents a mesmerizing pattern of endless orange sand dunes that stretch to the horizon.
Al Hajar Mountains
The dramatic, jagged limestone peaks of Oman as the flight leaves the Arabian Peninsula for the Indian Ocean.
Andaman Islands
Lush green tropical islands belonging to India, visible as emerald gems in the Bay of Bengal.
Palawan Archipelago
One of the most beautiful island groups in the world, featuring clear lagoons and white sandbars upon entering Philippine airspace.
Taal Volcano
A stunning view of the complex volcano within a lake as the plane aligns for the final approach into Manila.
This is the superior side for landscape photography. The sun rises on this side for the typical eastbound schedule, so be prepared for bright light during the final 3 hours. Keep your camera ready for the descent over Palawan and Mindoro, which provides the most iconic tropical views of the journey.
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Riyadh Cityscape
Aerial views of the Saudi capital, including the iconic Kingdom Centre, shortly after departure from Jeddah.
UAE Skylines
Distant views of the Dubai and Abu Dhabi shorelines and their unique architectural silhouettes.
Gulf of Thailand
Expansive views of the turquoise waters and the busy shipping lanes entering Southeast Asian waters.
Bangkok Metro
A glimpse of the sprawling urban density of Thailand's capital as the flight crosses the Indochinese Peninsula.
South China Sea Atolls
Small coral reefs and remote islands appearing as white rings in the deep blue sea during the final leg.
Choose this side if you enjoy urban geography and city lights, as the route often passes near major hubs like Riyadh and Bangkok. For night flights, this side offers better views of the constellations over the Northern Hemisphere without the glare of the morning sun during the eastbound arrival.
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Get eSIMs for PhilippinesDistance: 8,595 km (5,341 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 10 hrs 7 min
Departure: JED (21.6796, 39.156502)
Arrival: MNL (14.5086, 121.019997)
Route Type: International
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