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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers superior views of the dramatic Zagros Mountains in Iran and the most spectacular glacier-filled fjords of Northern Greenland and Baffin Island.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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Zagros Mountains

Incredible folded limestone ridges and desert valleys across Iran shortly after crossing the Gulf.

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Caspian Sea

The flight path often follows the eastern coastline, providing a view of the world's largest inland sea.

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Arctic Ice Cap

Deep views of the frozen Arctic Ocean and drifting ice floes during the transpolar segment.

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Greenland Fjords

Unrivaled views of the massive calving glaciers and jagged peaks of the northeastern Greenland coast.

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Baffin Island

The dramatic, ice-choked landscapes of the Qikiqtaaluk Region in the high Canadian Arctic.

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Hudson Bay

Crossing the immense expanse of the bay, which remains frozen well into the spring months.

The right side is best for sunrise views over the Middle East and unparalleled Arctic photography. Use a high shutter speed to capture the intricate details of the Greenland ice fields from 35,000 feet. Seasonal clarity is highest in late spring when the Arctic remains illuminated for most of the flight.

Left Side Highlights
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Persian Gulf

Clear views of the turquoise coastal waters and the skylines of Qatar and Bahrain shortly after departure.

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Caucasus Peaks

Distant views of the snow-capped range separating Europe and Asia as the flight tracks northwest.

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Southern Greenland

Stunning perspectives of the massive inland ice sheet and the rugged southern tip near Cape Farewell.

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Canadian Shield

The vast, lake-riddled landscape of Quebec and Ontario during the final hours of the flight.

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Chicago Skyline

The primary side for viewing the Willis Tower and Lake Michigan waterfront if the aircraft approaches O'Hare from the north.

Choose the left side for the best chance of seeing the Chicago skyline during landing. On winter night flights, this side faces north toward the magnetic pole, maximizing your chances of spotting the Aurora Borealis over Northern Canada.

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Route Information

Distance: 11,688 km (7,263 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 13 hrs 45 min

Departure: AUH (24.433000564575195, 54.651100158691406)

Arrival: ORD (41.9786, -87.9048)

Route Type: International

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