Manila to Learmonth is 2,582 miles (4,155 km), a flight of about 5 hours.
Right-side seats capture the most dramatic geography: Manila Bay and coastal Philippines during departure, then the Sulu Sea, Mindanao's mountain spine, and finally the Pilbara's red plateaus and Exmouth Gulf during approach. The flight path trends southwest, making right-side views consistently superior.
Flight Path
Sulu Sea (deep blue water between Mindanao and Borneo), Mindanao's central mountain range (visible as a dark green spine if flying over the island's eastern edge), Celebes Sea transition zone, scattered islands of the Sulu Archipelago, then open Indian Ocean with no major landmarks until approaching the Australian coast near the Pilbara region
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from MNL
RIGHTRight-side seats offer views of Manila Bay and the Laguna de Bay as the aircraft climbs southwestward. You'll see the sprawling metro area give way to water and coastal geography within the first 10-15 minutes of flight.
Landing at LEA
LEFTLeft-side seats provide the best views during descent into Learmonth. You'll see the Pilbara region's distinctive red earth, the North West Cape peninsula, and Exmouth Gulf as the aircraft approaches from the northwest.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Ninoy Aquino International (MNL) to Learmonth (LEA)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Manila to Learmonth. Right-side seats capture the most dramatic geography: Manila Bay and coastal Philippines during departure, then the Sulu Sea, Mindanao's mountain spine, and finally the Pilbara's red plateaus and Exmouth Gulf during approach. The flight path trends southwest, making right-side views consistently superior.
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. Right-side seats offer views of Manila Bay and the Laguna de Bay as the aircraft climbs southwestward. You'll see the sprawling metro area give way to water and coastal geography within the first 10-15 minutes of flight. Notable sights include: Manila Bay (immediate southwest), Laguna de Bay (south-southeast), Cavite province coastline, Sierra Madre mountain range (distant northeast).
What can I see when landing at Learmonth in Learmonth?
When landing at Learmonth (LEA), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide the best views during descent into Learmonth. You'll see the Pilbara region's distinctive red earth, the North West Cape peninsula, and Exmouth Gulf as the aircraft approaches from the northwest. Notable sights include: Exmouth Gulf (turquoise shallow waters), North West Cape peninsula (narrow landform), Pilbara red-earth plateau, Ningaloo Reef (offshore, visible as lighter water band).
How long is the flight from Manila to Learmonth?
The flight from Ninoy Aquino International (MNL) to Learmonth (LEA) takes about 5 hours. The shortest flight path between them is 2,582 miles (4,155 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Manila to Learmonth flight path pass over?
Sulu Sea (deep blue water between Mindanao and Borneo), Mindanao's central mountain range (visible as a dark green spine if flying over the island's eastern edge), Celebes Sea transition zone, scattered islands of the Sulu Archipelago, then open Indian Ocean with no major landmarks until approaching the Australian coast near the Pilbara region