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RXS → MNL
Which side of the plane to sit from Roxas Airport (Roxas City) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (Manila)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior sequence of views, ranging from the rugged peaks of Mindoro and the Verde Island Passage to the iconic Taal Volcano and a grand entrance over Manila Bay.
Panay Western Coast
Aerial views of the white sand beaches and coral reefs of northwestern Panay shortly after takeoff.
Mount Halcon
The massive, often cloud-shrouded peak of Mindoro Island dominates the horizon across the Tablas Strait.
Verde Island Passage
Look down at the 'center of the center' of marine shorefish biodiversity between Mindoro and Batangas.
Taal Volcano
During the descent, witness the unique 'lake within a volcano within a lake' located in Batangas.
Manila Bay Coastline
A sweeping view of the Cavite coastline and the busy shipping lanes of Manila Bay during final approach.
Request an 'A' window seat. Morning flights (between 08:00 and 10:00) provide the best lighting on the Mindoro mountain ranges. For late afternoon flights, this side offers an incredible view of the sunset over the West Philippine Sea as the plane turns toward Ninoy Aquino International Airport.
Romblon Archipelago
Clear views of Tablas and Romblon islands, known for their marble and pristine waters.
Mount Banahaw
The majestic and sacred three-peaked volcano visible as the plane crosses into Southern Luzon.
Laguna de Bay
The largest lake in the Philippines appears as a vast inland sea just east of the Manila metropolis.
Metro Manila Skyline
A dense urban view of the financial districts in Makati and BGC during the final descent phase.
An 'F' window seat is ideal here. This side is excellent for spotting the smaller islands of the Sibuyan Sea. In the rainy season (June-October), the right side often has better visibility of the ground during the approach to Manila if the wind requires a northern landing pattern over the city.
Distance: 374 km (232 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 37 min
Departure: RXS (11.597700119018556, 122.7519989013672)
Arrival: MNL (14.5086, 121.019997)
Route Type: Domestic
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