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AUH → KIH
Which side of the plane to sit from Abu Dhabi International Airport (Abu Dhabi) to Kish International Airport (Kish Island)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior view of Abu Dhabi's famous Yas Island attractions immediately after takeoff and a more detailed view of Kish Island's developed coastline during landing.
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Yas Marina Circuit
Get a bird's-eye view of the famous Formula 1 track and the blue Yas Viceroy hotel.
Ferrari World
Spot the massive, unmistakable red roof of the indoor theme park.
Kish Coral Reefs
Beautiful turquoise water and visible coral structures as you approach the island.
Kish Town Center
The most developed part of the island, including its modern hotels and shopping districts.
The right side is essential for seeing the Yas Island landmarks, which appear very quickly after departure. For the best lighting, choose this side for morning flights. On arrival, this side usually offers a better perspective of Kish's main tourist infrastructure.
Book Hotels in Kish IslandAbu Dhabi Skyline
A distant view of the city's towering skyscrapers and the iconic Corniche area.
Mangrove National Park
Vibrant green mangrove forests that line the coast of Abu Dhabi.
Sir Abu Nu'ayr
An isolated, teardrop-shaped island and nature reserve in the middle of the Gulf.
Gulf Sunset
Uninterrupted views of the horizon, perfect for capturing sunsets on evening flights.
Opt for the left side on afternoon or evening flights to catch the sun setting over the Persian Gulf. Keep your camera ready shortly after takeoff to capture the contrast between the city's architecture and the surrounding mangroves.
Get eSIMs for United Arab Emirates
Get eSIMs for IranDistance: 242 km (150 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 24 min
Departure: AUH (24.433000564575195, 54.651100158691406)
Arrival: KIH (26.5261993408, 53.9802017212)
Route Type: International
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