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MNL → BKK
Which side of the plane to sit from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (Manila) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (Bangkok)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Bataan Peninsula and Corregidor Island upon departure, followed by the rugged Annamite Range in Vietnam and the best angle for the Bangkok skyline during the standard approach.
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Bataan & Corregidor
Historic views of the Bataan Peninsula and the tadpole-shaped Corregidor Island at the mouth of Manila Bay.
Annamite Mountains
The rugged, forest-covered mountain range that forms the natural border between Vietnam and Laos.
The Mekong River
The iconic 'Mother of Water' snaking through the Indochinese peninsula with its distinctive brown silty water.
Central Thai Plains
A patchwork quilt of emerald-green rice paddies extending to the horizon as you enter Thai airspace.
Bangkok Cityscape
A sweeping view of the densely packed skyscrapers and the winding Chao Phraya River during the descent.
The right side is best for afternoon flights to witness the sunset over mainland Southeast Asia. It provides the most iconic view of the Philippine coastline during departure. Request a seat ahead of the wing to ensure the engine doesn't obstruct the view of the Mekong River crossing, which is a highlight of this route.
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Manila Bay & Cavite
View the southern curve of Manila Bay and the naval bases of Cavite shortly after takeoff.
Spratly Islands
On clear days and specific flight paths, distant coral atolls in the South China Sea may be visible.
Cam Ranh Bay
The stunning turquoise waters and white sands of the Southern Vietnamese coastline.
Tonle Sap Lake
The massive 'Great Lake' of Cambodia, appearing as a vast inland sea amidst lush greenery.
Samut Prakan
Industrial landscapes and the mouth of the Chao Phraya River as the plane turns for its final approach.
Sit on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. This side is ideal for viewing the seasonal water level changes of Tonle Sap in Cambodia. During the rainy season (May to October), look for the distinctive sediment plumes where the Mekong tributaries meet the plains.
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Get eSIMs for ThailandDistance: 2,188 km (1,360 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 55 min
Departure: MNL (14.5086, 121.019997)
Arrival: BKK (13.681099891662598, 100.74700164794922)
Route Type: International
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