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SUG → CEB
Which side of the plane to sit from Surigao Airport (Sangley Point) to Mactan Cebu International Airport (Cebu)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the historic Surigao Strait, the stunning Camotes Islands, and the most iconic approach views into Cebu, including Olango Island and the new CCLEX bridge.
Surigao Strait
The site of the greatest battleship encounter in naval history during WWII, offering vast blue vistas immediately after takeoff.
Camotes Islands
A stunning group of islands featuring white sand coastlines and Lake Danao visible from high altitude.
Olango Island
A world-renowned migratory bird sanctuary surrounded by extensive coral reefs and shallow sandbars during low tide.
CCLEX Bridge
The iconic Cebu-Cordova Link Expressway, the longest bridge in the Philippines, is clearly visible during the final descent into Mactan.
Mactan Resorts
Bird's-eye view of the luxury beachfront resorts and turquoise lagoons lining the eastern coast of Mactan Island.
The right side is the 'money side' for this short hop. Sit here to see the beautiful reef patterns around Olango Island. For the best lighting, afternoon flights are ideal as the sun will be behind you, illuminating the turquoise waters of the Camotes Sea and the Cebu coastline perfectly.
Limasawa Island
The historic site of the first Catholic mass in the Philippines, visible as a small, elongated island south of Leyte.
Southern Leyte Range
Rugged, emerald-green mountain ridges and deep valleys characterizing the southern peninsula of Leyte.
Sogod Bay
A deep-water bay known for its rich marine biodiversity and whale shark sightings from the air.
Cebu City Skyline
As the plane turns for the final approach, you can see the dense urban sprawl and high-rises of Cebu City across the channel.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct eastern sun glare. This side is excellent for photography of the lush Leyte topography and the historical Limasawa Island. During the final descent, you get a wider view of the Cebu mainland.
Distance: 176 km (109 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 18 min
Departure: SUG (9.755838325629998, 125.480947495)
Arrival: CEB (10.307499885559, 123.97899627686)
Route Type: Domestic
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