Loading map...

AUH destination photo
MAN destination photo

AUHMAN

Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers superior vistas of the Zagros Mountains across the Persian Gulf, the rugged Taurus Mountains in Turkey, and a beautiful approach over the Peak District into Manchester.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
🏔️

Zagros Mountains

Stunning views across the Gulf of the snow-dusted, jagged peaks of the Iranian plateau.

🏛️

Baghdad

Potential views of the historic Iraqi capital and the winding Tigris River during the mid-flight transit.

🌋

Taurus Mountains

Dramatic high-altitude terrain and deep valleys as the flight path crosses southern and central Turkey.

🌉

Bosphorus Strait

A glimpse of the continental divide between Asia and Europe near the vibrant city of Istanbul.

🚢

North Sea Coast

The transition from the European continent to the British Isles, often filled with maritime traffic.

🏞️

Peak District

The lush green hills and gritstone edges of the UK's first National Park during the final descent into Manchester.

The right side is ideal for morning flights as the sun illuminates the mountains of Iran and Turkey. During the descent into MAN, this side frequently offers the best views of the rural landscapes of Northern England.

Left Side Highlights
7.5
🏙️

Abu Dhabi Skyline

Immediate views of the Corniche, Etihad Towers, and the sprawling urban landscape of the UAE capital after takeoff.

🌊

Persian Gulf

Expansive views of the turquoise waters and various artificial islands dotting the coastline of the Emirates.

🌾

Mesopotamian Marshes

The historic wetlands of southern Iraq, formed by the confluence of the Tigris and Euphrates rivers.

⛰️

Balkan Mountains

Rugged, forested terrain stretching across Bulgaria and Serbia as the flight enters European airspace.

🏰

Central European Plains

The neatly organized agricultural patchwork and historic towns of Hungary, Austria, and Germany.

🎡

Greater London

Distant views of the London metropolitan area depending on the specific approach path and air traffic control.

Sit on the left for sunset views on afternoon departures. This side is also preferable if the aircraft takes a more southerly route over the Alps, offering a chance to see snow-capped European peaks in the distance.

Top Activities in Manchester
Route Information

Distance: 5,678 km (3,528 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 6 hrs 41 min

Departure: AUH (24.433000564575195, 54.651100158691406)

Arrival: MAN (53.35369873046875, -2.2749500274658203)

Route Type: International

Thank you for booking your travels through our travel partners. The commissions from your bookings keep this site running.