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TTE → MDC
Which side of the plane to sit from Sultan Khairun Babullah Airport (Ternate) to Sam Ratulangi Airport (Manado)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers an unparalleled sequence of volcanic peaks immediately upon departure from Ternate, including the iconic view of Tidore and Maitara, followed by a dramatic approach into the Minahasa highlands.
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Mount Gamalama
Dramatic views of the active volcanic peak of Ternate island immediately after takeoff.
Tidore and Maitara
The famous panoramic view of the sister volcanic islands, famously depicted on the 1,000 IDR banknote.
Molucca Sea
Deep blue oceanic expanses that separate the Maluku archipelago from the North Sulawesi peninsula.
Mount Klabat
The highest volcano in North Sulawesi, dominating the landscape as the plane descends into Manado.
Minahasa Highlands
Lush green rolling hills and agricultural patterns characteristic of the Tondano region.
Choose a window seat forward of the wing to capture the volcanoes without engine heat haze. Morning flights (06:00-09:00) provide the clearest air and best lighting for the volcanoes. Keep your camera ready within the first 5 minutes of takeoff from TTE.
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Ternate Waterfront
Aerial view of the city of Ternate, its bustling harbor, and historic Portuguese forts.
Mayu Island
A remote, tiny volcanic island located in the middle of the Molucca Sea, often visible mid-flight.
Bitung Harbor
The busy international port city and the narrow Lembeh Strait, famous for macro diving.
Mount Dua Saudara
The distinctive twin peaks of the Tangkoko Nature Reserve, home to tarsiers and black macaques.
Bunaken Marine Park
The turquoise reefs and the near-perfect volcanic cone of Manado Tua island during the final approach.
The right side is superior for the arrival phase. If the flight path approaches MDC from the north, you will see the spectacular Bunaken reefs. This side is better on afternoon flights (14:00-16:00) to avoid the direct western sun glare.
Book Hotels in ManadoDistance: 284 km (176 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 28 min
Departure: TTE (0.8314139842987059, 127.38099670410156)
Arrival: MDC (1.5492600202560425, 124.9260025024414)
Route Type: Domestic
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