Iloilo to Manila is 273 miles (439 km), a flight of about 1 hour 5 minutes.
The left side misses the Guimaras view on departure but captures the Visayan Sea and Sibuyan Sea during the cruise, and delivers the iconic Manila Bay approach on landing. The Manila Bay finale is the most visually rewarding single moment of the flight.
Flight Path
The flight tracks north-northeast across the Visayan Sea, passing over or near the northern tip of Panay, then crossing the Sibuyan Sea. The island of Romblon and the Romblon group are visible below mid-flight. As the aircraft descends toward Manila, the southern Luzon coastline and Laguna de Bay become visible to the east before the approach over Manila Bay.
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Takeoff from ILO
RIGHTIloilo Airport's primary runway (04/22) means northbound departures on Runway 04 track northeast over Iloilo City and the Iloilo Strait. The right side gives you a clear view of the strait and the coast of Guimaras Island just across the water, while the city spreads out below.
Landing at MNL
LEFTNAIA typically uses Runway 06/24 or 13/31 depending on wind. Approaches from the south on Runway 06 or 13 bring the left side over Manila Bay, giving a sweeping view of the bay, the Pasig River mouth, and the Manila skyline. The right side faces inland toward Laguna de Bay on some approaches but the bay view on the left is more dramatic.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Iloilo International Airport (ILO) to Ninoy Aquino International (MNL)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Iloilo to Manila. The left side misses the Guimaras view on departure but captures the Visayan Sea and Sibuyan Sea during the cruise, and delivers the iconic Manila Bay approach on landing. The Manila Bay finale is the most visually rewarding single moment of the flight.
What can I see during takeoff from Iloilo International Airport in Iloilo?
During takeoff from Iloilo International Airport (ILO), sit on the Right side for the best views. Iloilo Airport's primary runway (04/22) means northbound departures on Runway 04 track northeast over Iloilo City and the Iloilo Strait. The right side gives you a clear view of the strait and the coast of Guimaras Island just across the water, while the city spreads out below. Notable sights include: Iloilo Strait, Guimaras Island, Iloilo City waterfront, Panay coastal lowlands.
What can I see when landing at Ninoy Aquino International in Manila?
When landing at Ninoy Aquino International (MNL), sit on the Left side for the best views. NAIA typically uses Runway 06/24 or 13/31 depending on wind. Approaches from the south on Runway 06 or 13 bring the left side over Manila Bay, giving a sweeping view of the bay, the Pasig River mouth, and the Manila skyline. The right side faces inland toward Laguna de Bay on some approaches but the bay view on the left is more dramatic. Notable sights include: Manila Bay, Manila skyline and Roxas Boulevard waterfront, Pasig River mouth, Laguna de Bay (distant, right side).
How long is the flight from Iloilo to Manila?
The flight from Iloilo International Airport (ILO) to Ninoy Aquino International (MNL) takes about 1 hour 5 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 273 miles (439 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Iloilo to Manila flight path pass over?
The flight tracks north-northeast across the Visayan Sea, passing over or near the northern tip of Panay, then crossing the Sibuyan Sea. The island of Romblon and the Romblon group are visible below mid-flight. As the aircraft descends toward Manila, the southern Luzon coastline and Laguna de Bay become visible to the east before the approach over Manila Bay.