The left side offers the Kii Peninsula's mountains at departure and Luzon's foothills plus Manila Bay's skyline at arrival, while the right side is dominated by open water across the East China Sea and Luzon Strait for most of the cruise.
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Flight Path
Osaka to Manila is 1,637 miles (2,635 km), a flight of about 4 hours 10 minutes.
East China Sea, Taiwan's eastern coastline and Central Mountain Range, Bashi Channel, Luzon Strait
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from KIX
LEFTDeparting KIX on runway 24, the aircraft climbs southwest over Osaka Bay before turning south, putting the mountainous Kii Peninsula and its forested ridges on the left side. The right side mainly shows the flat industrial Osaka Bay shoreline and Kobe's port sprawl, less dramatic in comparison.
Landing at MNL
LEFTOn approach into MNL from the north, the descent path crosses over Luzon's Sierra Madre foothills before curving toward Manila Bay, giving left-side passengers views of the mountainous interior transitioning into the bay's coastline and the dense Manila skyline. The right side mostly faces open water and flatter coastal plain with fewer distinct features.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Kansai International (KIX) to Ninoy Aquino International (MNL)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Osaka to Manila. The left side offers the Kii Peninsula's mountains at departure and Luzon's foothills plus Manila Bay's skyline at arrival, while the right side is dominated by open water across the East China Sea and Luzon Strait for most of the cruise.
What can I see during takeoff from Kansai International in Osaka?
During takeoff from Kansai International (KIX), sit on the Left side for the best views. Departing KIX on runway 24, the aircraft climbs southwest over Osaka Bay before turning south, putting the mountainous Kii Peninsula and its forested ridges on the left side. The right side mainly shows the flat industrial Osaka Bay shoreline and Kobe's port sprawl, less dramatic in comparison. Notable sights include: Kii Peninsula mountains, Osaka Bay, Kobe port skyline, Awaji Island.
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. On approach into MNL from the north, the descent path crosses over Luzon's Sierra Madre foothills before curving toward Manila Bay, giving left-side passengers views of the mountainous interior transitioning into the bay's coastline and the dense Manila skyline. The right side mostly faces open water and flatter coastal plain with fewer distinct features. Notable sights include: Sierra Madre mountain foothills, Manila Bay, Manila skyline, Bataan Peninsula silhouette.
How long is the flight from Osaka to Manila?
The flight from Kansai International (KIX) to Ninoy Aquino International (MNL) takes about 4 hours 10 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 1,637 miles (2,635 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Osaka to Manila flight path pass over?
East China Sea, Taiwan's eastern coastline and Central Mountain Range, Bashi Channel, Luzon Strait