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MNL → JED
Which side of the plane to sit from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (Manila) to King Abdulaziz International Airport (Jeddah)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior vantage point for the rugged Annamite mountains of Indochina, the diverse topography of the Indian subcontinent, and the vast, shifting dunes of the Arabian Peninsula.
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Annamite Range
Dramatic mountain peaks and dense rainforests spanning the borders of Vietnam and Laos.
Chao Phraya River
The winding 'River of Kings' and the sprawling urban landscape of the Bangkok Metropolitan Area.
Deccan Plateau
The high altitude, rugged terrain of central India featuring ancient volcanic rock formations.
Rub' al Khali
The 'Empty Quarter', featuring massive, mesmerizing longitudinal sand dunes in the Saudi interior.
Jeddah Architecture
Views of the growing Jeddah skyline and the iconic King Fahd's Fountain during the final approach.
The right side is generally away from the sun, making it better for daytime viewing without harsh shadows. It offers the most consistent land-based scenery. Look out for the transition from the lush greens of Southeast Asia to the arid browns and oranges of the Middle East, which is most distinct from this side.
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South China Sea
Expansive views of tropical waters and remote island chains shortly after departure from Manila.
Mekong Delta
The intricate network of rivers and lush green rice paddies in Southern Vietnam.
Mumbai Coastline
A striking view of India's most populous city as the flight crosses the Western Ghats into the Arabian Sea.
Arabian Sea Sunset
Due to the westward flight path, this side offers front-row seats to spectacular ocean sunsets.
Red Sea Reefs
Glimpses of turquoise coral reefs and coastal lagoons during the descent into Jeddah.
Since you are flying west, the sun will be on the left side for the majority of the flight. This is ideal for sunset photography over the Arabian Sea, but be prepared for intense glare during the day. This side is better for spotting the dense urban lights of coastal Indian cities if flying at night.
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Get eSIMs for Saudi ArabiaDistance: 8,595 km (5,341 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 10 hrs 7 min
Departure: MNL (14.5086, 121.019997)
Arrival: JED (21.6796, 39.156502)
Route Type: International
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