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TUG → MNL
Which side of the plane to sit from Tuguegarao Airport (Tuguegarao) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (Manila)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a front-row seat to the majestic Sierra Madre mountain range and the scenic approach over Laguna de Bay into the capital.
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Sierra Madre Range
Uninterrupted views of the Philippines' longest mountain range, featuring dense tropical rainforests and jagged peaks.
Philippine Sea Coastline
Glimpses of the rugged eastern coast of Aurora province where the mountains meet the Pacific Ocean.
Laguna de Bay
A massive freshwater lake filled with fish pens and surrounded by the urban sprawl of the Rizal province.
Metro Manila Skyline
A panoramic view of the business districts of Taguig and Makati as the plane prepares for landing.
Cagayan Valley Basin
The fertile valley floor between the two major mountain ranges visible immediately after takeoff.
Book a morning flight to avoid the clouds that typically form over the Sierra Madre in the afternoon. On the standard approach to MNL, the left side offers the best vantage point of the Pasig River and the densely populated eastern suburbs. Seat yourself away from the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the mountainous terrain.
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Cagayan River
Aerial view of the country's longest river winding through the valley floor shortly after departure.
Caraballo Mountains
The highland region that connects the Sierra Madre and the Cordillera Central ranges.
Central Luzon Plains
The vast 'Rice Granary of the Philippines' showing geometric patterns of agricultural fields.
Mount Arayat
A solitary extinct volcano rising sharply from the flat plains of Pampanga visible in the distance.
Manila Bay
The expansive bay area featuring cargo ships at anchor and the historic shoreline during the final descent.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to catch the sunset over the West Philippine Sea. Watch for the distinct silhouette of Mount Arayat standing alone on the horizon as you pass over Central Luzon. During landing, this side often provides a clear view of the Manila port area and the Mall of Asia complex.
Book Hotels in ManilaDistance: 357 km (222 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 36 min
Departure: TUG (17.6433676823, 121.733150482)
Arrival: MNL (14.5086, 121.019997)
Route Type: Domestic
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