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Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers the most iconic views of the Bicol region, featuring the legendary 'perfect cone' of Mayon Volcano and the sacred peaks of Mount Banahaw during the approach into the capital.

Left Side Highlights
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Catanduanes Coastline

Dramatic views of the rugged cliffs and turquoise waters of Virac as the plane ascends over the Lagonoy Gulf.

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Mayon Volcano

On clear days, the world-famous symmetrical cone of Mayon is visible to the south across the sea in Albay.

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Mount Isarog

A massive dormant volcano in Camarines Sur that dominates the landscape as you cross the Bicol Peninsula.

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Tayabas Bay

The sparkling blue waters of the bay bordering Quezon province, often dotted with local fishing vessels.

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Mount Banahaw

A majestic and sacred mountain on the border of Quezon and Laguna, usually seen shortly before the descent begins.

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Southern Laguna de Bay

Views of the sprawling freshwater lake and the various fish pens that provide seafood for Metro Manila.

Sit on the left (Seat A) to see Mayon Volcano shortly after takeoff. Since most VRC-MNL flights depart in the morning, the left side also benefits from having the sun behind the aircraft, reducing glare on your windows for better photography of the Bicol volcanoes.

Right Side Highlights
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Caramoan Peninsula

The limestone karst formations and secluded white-sand beaches of the famous 'Survivor' filming location.

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San Miguel Bay

A vast, scenic inlet between Camarines Sur and Camarines Norte known for its rich biodiversity.

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Sierra Madre Mountains

The southern ridges of the Philippines' longest mountain range, covered in dense tropical rainforest.

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Northern Laguna de Bay

The expansive northern reaches of the lake, bordering the Rizal province highlands.

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Metro Manila Skyline

A bird's-eye view of Quezon City, Ortigas, and Makati skyscrapers as the aircraft aligns for its final approach.

Choose the right side (Seat F) if you prefer seeing the lush Caramoan islands early in the flight. During the landing approach into MNL (typically Runway 24), the right side offers a superior view of the dense urban sprawl and the high-rise clusters of the central business districts.

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Route Information

Distance: 359 km (223 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 36 min

Departure: VRC (13.57639980316162, 124.20600128173828)

Arrival: MNL (14.5086, 121.019997)

Route Type: Domestic

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