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POM → MNL
Which side of the plane to sit from Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport (Port Moresby) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (Manila)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers superior views of the Philippine archipelago's most iconic geological features, including the towering Mount Apo and the perfectly symmetrical Mount Mayon volcano.
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Owen Stanley Range
Massive, jungle-clad peaks visible during the initial climb out of Jacksons International Airport.
Mount Apo
The highest peak in the Philippines, located in Mindanao, visible as the flight enters Philippine airspace.
Mount Mayon
The world-renowned perfectly symmetrical volcanic cone located in the Bicol region of Luzon.
Laguna de Bay
The largest lake in the Philippines, providing a vast water landscape just before the final descent into the city.
The right side is essential for volcano enthusiasts. To see Mount Mayon clearly, ensure you are flying during daylight hours; morning flights are best to avoid the afternoon clouds that often shroud the peaks. Keep your camera ready about 45 minutes before landing for the best shots of the Bicol volcanoes.
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Papuan Coastline
Aerial views of the turquoise reefs and rugged coastal fringes surrounding Port Moresby shortly after takeoff.
Manam Volcano
A distant but striking view of this active stratovolcano island rising from the Bismarck Sea.
Mindoro Island
Scenic views of the Apo Reef and the mountainous interiors of Mindoro as you transition toward Luzon.
Manila Bay
Dramatic views of the shipping traffic and the sunset over the South China Sea if arriving in the late afternoon.
Choose the left side for spectacular sunsets over the sea during late afternoon flights. It also provides a better angle for viewing the Manila skyline and the Bataan Peninsula during certain approach patterns into MNL.
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Get eSIMs for PhilippinesDistance: 3,929 km (2,441 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 37 min
Departure: POM (-9.44338035583496, 147.22000122070312)
Arrival: MNL (14.5086, 121.019997)
Route Type: International
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