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TAC → CEB
Which side of the plane to sit from Daniel Z. Romualdez Airport (Tacloban) to Mactan Cebu International Airport (Cebu)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides the most iconic views of the Leyte highlands, the unique guitar-shaped Lake Danao, and a stunning approach over the Camotes Islands and Mactan's coastline.
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Tacloban City
Aerial perspective of the regional capital and its coastal developments shortly after takeoff.
Lake Danao
The famous guitar-shaped lake nestled within the mountains of the Lake Danao National Park.
Camotes Islands
Stunning views of Pacijan, Poro, and Ponson islands with their white sand beaches and inland lakes.
Mactan Resorts
Close-up views of the luxury resorts and marinas lining the eastern coast of Mactan Island.
Marcelo Fernan Bridge
One of the iconic bridges connecting Mactan to mainland Cebu, visible during the final approach.
The right side is superior for photography of the Camotes Islands. To see Lake Danao, look toward the interior of Leyte about 10-15 minutes into the flight. Morning flights offer the best lighting for the Cebu/Mactan coastline without shadows from the mountains.
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Leyte Gulf
Expansive views of the historic gulf where General MacArthur returned during WWII.
Southern Leyte Mountains
Lush, dense tropical rainforests covering the rugged interior of the Leyte province.
Olango Island
A glimpse of the famous bird sanctuary and its surrounding turquoise reef flats during descent.
Sogod Bay
The deep blue waters of this massive bay are visible when the flight takes a southerly route.
Sit on the left for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh tropical sun glare. Keep an eye out for the transition from the Leyte mountain ranges to the clear waters of the Camotes Sea. Look for the Olango Island reef system just minutes before touchdown in Mactan.
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Get eSIMs for PhilippinesDistance: 154 km (96 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 15 min
Departure: TAC (11.228035, 125.027761)
Arrival: CEB (10.307499885559, 123.97899627686)
Route Type: Domestic
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