At Bacolod in Bacolod: for takeoff, sit on the Right side; for landing, sit on the Right side. Notable views include: Guimaras Island, Panay Gulf, Negros coastline, scattered fishing vessels in the strait.

When taking off from Bacolod (BCD), sit on the Right side for the best views. Bacolod's primary runway (09/27) typically uses the 09 heading for departures toward the northwest. Banking right during climb-out gives you views of the Guimaras Strait and the island of Guimaras itself, plus the broader Panay Gulf coastline. The left side faces inland toward central Negros, which is less visually distinctive during the initial climb. Notable sights include: Guimaras Island, Panay Gulf, Negros coastline, scattered fishing vessels in the strait.

When landing at Bacolod (BCD), sit on the Right side for the best views. Bacolod's primary runway (09/27) typically uses eastbound approaches, which means landing heading west. From the right side, you'll see the Guimaras Strait and the island of Guimaras itself during final approach, plus the coastal plains of Negros Island spreading inland. The left side faces away from the water and shows only inland terrain. Notable sights include: Guimaras Island (narrow landmass across the strait), Bacolod City urban grid (visible as grid pattern on approach), Negros Island coastline, Silay City to the north.

The best window seat at Bacolod (BCD) depends on several factors: the typical runway used for your departure or arrival, the geographic features around Bacolod (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening flights often offer the best lighting for scenic views.