Passengers can witness the vastness of Manila Bay and the sprawling cityscape, often catching glimpses of the high-rise districts like Makati as the plane climbs.
The right side offers an unparalleled view of the iconic limestone karst formations of Coron Island and the vibrant turquoise lagoons of the Calamian Group during the final descent into Busuanga.
The right side offers an incredible sequence of volcanic peaks, including the active Mount Canlaon and the majestic Mount Apo, the highest point in the Philippines, during the final descent.
The left side is the clear winner as it provides the most iconic view of Mount Mayon's near-perfect cone during the descent into the Bicol region.
The left side is the premier choice for this route, primarily for the iconic view of Mount Fuji during the descent into Tokyo, alongside dramatic views of Luzon's mountain ranges and the Japanese coastline.
The right side is superior for its unparalleled views of the Philippines' most famous volcanoes, including the massive Mount Banahaw and the iconic symmetrical cone of Mount Mayon in the distance.
The left side offers superior views of the dramatic Cordillera Central mountain range, including Mount Pulag, and a better perspective of Manila Bay during takeoff.
The right side provides an unrivaled view of the world-famous Taal Volcano and the dramatic coastline of Batangas, followed by the majestic volcanic peaks of Negros Island during the mid-flight cruise.
The left side is superior for this route as it offers the iconic aerial view of Mount Agung and the neighboring island of Lombok during the descent into Bali.
The right side provides a breathtaking perspective of the Palawan island chain, featuring jagged mountain ranges and turquoise waters, followed by a panoramic approach along the Miri coastline.
The right side offers a superior view of the Manila coastline upon departure and, most importantly, provides the best vantage point for Boracay Island's world-famous White Beach during the descent into Caticlan.
The right side offers spectacular views of the West Philippine Sea coastline, the rugged mountains of Mindoro, and the iconic white sands of Boracay during the descent into Kalibo.
The left side is superior for this route as it offers a front-row seat to the stunning limestone karsts of Phang Nga Bay during the descent into Phuket, along with views of the Mekong Delta and Manila's historic bay area.