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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a spectacular view of the iconic Manado Tua volcano and the world-famous Bunaken Marine Park during the final approach into Sam Ratulangi Airport.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Madura Island

Clear views of the salt pans and traditional coastal settlements of Madura shortly after departure from Surabaya.

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Masalembu Islands

Spot these isolated coral atolls dotting the Java Sea roughly halfway through the flight.

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Manado Tua

A stunning, perfectly symmetrical volcanic island rising 800 meters from the Celebes Sea.

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Bunaken Marine Park

Vibrant turquoise coral reefs and deep blue trenches are clearly visible during the descent.

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Manado City

A full view of the city shoreline and the Manado Bay bridge as the aircraft banks for landing.

Book a window seat ahead of the wing for unobstructed views of the volcanoes. Morning flights (06:00-09:00) provide the best lighting for photography and usually offer the clearest skies before tropical clouds build up over the North Sulawesi peaks.

Right Side Highlights
7.2
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Surabaya Port

View the busy Tanjung Perak harbor and the Suramadu Bridge immediately after takeoff.

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Sulawesi Spine

Distal views of the rugged mountain ranges that form the central mountainous backbone of Sulawesi.

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Gorontalo Peninsula

The southern coastline of the northern arm of Sulawesi, featuring hidden coves and white sand beaches.

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Mount Klabat

The highest peak in North Sulawesi, often seen rising above the clouds during the final approach.

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Bitung Harbor

Aerial view of the deep-sea port and the Lembeh Strait, known for its incredible marine biodiversity.

The right side is ideal for spotting the massive Mount Klabat. During the dry season (June to September), the air is clearer, allowing for better views of the inland mountain ranges of the Celebes.

Top Activities in Manado
Route Information

Distance: 1,673 km (1,040 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 14 min

Departure: SUB (-7.379829883575439, 112.78700256347656)

Arrival: MDC (1.5492600202560425, 124.9260025024414)

Route Type: Domestic

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