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MNL → KUL
Which side of the plane to sit from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (Manila) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (Kuala Lumpur)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most dramatic scenery, featuring the volcanic landscapes of the Bataan Peninsula upon departure and a spectacular view of the Kuala Lumpur skyline, including the Petronas Towers, during the final approach.
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Bataan Peninsula
Dramatic views of Mount Samat and the rugged, forested peaks of the Bataan National Park shortly after leaving Manila.
Malacca Strait Traffic
View the incredible density of global shipping as cargo vessels queue up near one of the world's busiest maritime bottlenecks.
Titiwangsa Mountains
The 'backbone' of Peninsular Malaysia, featuring ancient rainforests and rolling mountain ridges during the descent.
KLCC Skyline
A world-class view of the Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower, and the massive Merdeka 118 skyscraper when circling into KUL.
For afternoon flights, the right side provides a stunning sunset view over the South China Sea. During the final approach into KUL (especially if landing on Runway 32L), the right side frequently faces the iconic Kuala Lumpur city center, making it the superior choice for photography.
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Metro Manila Sprawl
A sweeping view of the dense urban landscape of Pasay, Parañaque, and the shimmering Manila Bay immediately after takeoff.
Spratly Islands
On clear days, small coral atolls and turquoise reefs of the Kalayaan group can be spotted in the South China Sea.
Pulau Tioman
The lush, mountainous silhouette of Tioman Island is often visible as the flight approaches the Malaysian coast.
Putrajaya Capital
An excellent view of Malaysia's administrative capital, showcasing the pink-domed Putra Mosque and the Perdana Putra.
The left side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun. It also provides a better view of the planned city of Putrajaya if the aircraft approaches KUL from the south. Keep your window shade open during the first 20 minutes to see the Manila coastline.
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Get eSIMs for MalaysiaDistance: 2,490 km (1,547 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 19 min
Departure: MNL (14.5086, 121.019997)
Arrival: KUL (2.7455799579619997, 101.70999908446998)
Route Type: International
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