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JOL → ZAM
Which side of the plane to sit from Jolo Airport (Jolo) to Zamboanga International Airport (Zamboanga)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Sulu Archipelago's volcanic peaks, the expansive landscapes of Basilan Island, and the famous pink sand beaches of Santa Cruz during the final approach.
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Bud Dato
The prominent volcanic peak towering over Jolo, visible immediately after takeoff.
Banguingui Archipelago
A chain of scenic islands and coral reefs located between Jolo and Basilan.
Basilan Highlands
Dramatic views of the dense tropical forests and rubber plantations covering Basilan Island.
Santa Cruz Islands
The iconic Great and Little Santa Cruz Islands, famous for their unique pink coralline sand.
Zamboanga Port
A bird's-eye view of the busy shipping hub and the historic Fort Pilar near the city center.
The right side is essential for seeing the Santa Cruz Islands during descent. For the best photography of Basilan's lush interior, choose an afternoon flight when the sun is behind the aircraft.
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Sulu Sea
Expansive views of the deep blue waters and turquoise shallows of the Sulu Sea.
Pangutaran Group
Distant views of the low-lying coral islands scattered to the northwest of the flight path.
Vinta Sightings
Small traditional Filipino sailing vessels often visible dotting the water near the coastlines.
Peninsula Ridges
The western coastal mountains of the Zamboanga Peninsula as the aircraft aligns for landing.
Morning flights are best for the left side to avoid direct sunlight. Keep an eye out for the remote reefs and small sandbars that occasionally surface in the Sulu Sea depending on the tide.
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Get eSIMs for PhilippinesDistance: 151 km (94 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 15 min
Departure: JOL (6.0536699295043945, 121.01100158691406)
Arrival: ZAM (6.922420024871826, 122.05999755859376)
Route Type: Domestic
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