Manila to Iloilo is 273 miles (439 km), a flight of about 1 hour 5 minutes.
The right side wins for its combination of Manila Bay scenery at takeoff and the rare, unmistakable sight of Taal Volcano shortly after departure, giving it the flight's single most striking landmark, while the left side's Guimaras Island approach is scenic but less dramatic.
Flight Path
Mindoro Strait, Sibuyan Sea, Romblon and Sibuyan Islands, Panay Gulf
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from MNL
RIGHTDeparting MNL to the south, the right side gives passengers a clear view of Manila Bay and Corregidor Island as the aircraft climbs, followed a few minutes later by Taal Volcano's distinctive caldera lake south of Tagaytay. This side offers the flight's most dramatic single landmark.
Landing at ILO
LEFTOn approach into Iloilo from the north, the left side faces east toward Guimaras Strait, where Guimaras Island and the Iloilo City waterfront come into view just before touchdown. This gives a scenic mix of island and coastal city scenery missing from the more inland-facing right side.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Ninoy Aquino International (MNL) to Iloilo International Airport (ILO)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Manila to Iloilo. The right side wins for its combination of Manila Bay scenery at takeoff and the rare, unmistakable sight of Taal Volcano shortly after departure, giving it the flight's single most striking landmark, while the left side's Guimaras Island approach is scenic but less dramatic.
What can I see during takeoff from Ninoy Aquino International in Manila?
During takeoff from Ninoy Aquino International (MNL), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing MNL to the south, the right side gives passengers a clear view of Manila Bay and Corregidor Island as the aircraft climbs, followed a few minutes later by Taal Volcano's distinctive caldera lake south of Tagaytay. This side offers the flight's most dramatic single landmark. Notable sights include: Manila Bay, Corregidor Island, Taal Volcano and caldera lake, Cavite coastline.
What can I see when landing at Iloilo International Airport in Iloilo?
When landing at Iloilo International Airport (ILO), sit on the Left side for the best views. On approach into Iloilo from the north, the left side faces east toward Guimaras Strait, where Guimaras Island and the Iloilo City waterfront come into view just before touchdown. This gives a scenic mix of island and coastal city scenery missing from the more inland-facing right side. Notable sights include: Guimaras Island, Iloilo Strait, Iloilo City waterfront, Panay Gulf coastline.
How long is the flight from Manila to Iloilo?
The flight from Ninoy Aquino International (MNL) to Iloilo International Airport (ILO) 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 Manila to Iloilo flight path pass over?
Mindoro Strait, Sibuyan Sea, Romblon and Sibuyan Islands, Panay Gulf