At Rendani in Manokwari: for takeoff, sit on the Left side; for landing, sit on the Right side. Notable views include: Cenderawasih Bay (bright turquoise waters), Arfak Mountains (inland to the south/southwest), Manokwari town and harbor, coastal mangrove areas along the bay's southern shore.

When taking off from Rendani (MKW), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side offers views of Cenderawasih Bay's turquoise waters and the Arfak Mountains inland. Most departures from Rendani head north or northeast over the bay, making the left side ideal for coastal and mountain scenery during the initial climb. Notable sights include: Cenderawasih Bay (bright turquoise waters), Arfak Mountains (inland to the south/southwest), Manokwari town and harbor, coastal mangrove areas along the bay's southern shore.

When landing at Rendani (MKW), sit on the Right side for the best views. Rendani Airport's primary runway (09/27) typically handles approaches from the north or northeast, positioning the right side toward Cenderawasih Bay and the coastal geography. You'll see the bay's turquoise waters, mangrove systems, and the transition from ocean to the airport's peninsula location. Notable sights include: Cenderawasih Bay (turquoise shallow waters), mangrove forests along the coastline, Rendani Peninsula, forested interior ridges of western New Guinea.

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