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AUH → PEW
Which side of the plane to sit from Abu Dhabi International Airport (Abu Dhabi) to Peshawar International Airport (Peshawar)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers spectacular views of the Hajar Mountains shortly after takeoff and the expansive Indus River snaking through the plains of Pakistan during the descent.
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Hajar Mountains
The sharp, jagged peaks of the Oman and UAE border rising dramatically from the desert floor.
Indus River Basin
Watch the massive, silver ribbon of the Indus River winding through the green agricultural heartland of Pakistan.
The Salt Range
Unique geological formations and reddish-brown plateaus located between the Indus and Jhelum rivers.
Peshawar Valley
Clear views of the historic walled city and the surrounding lush orchards during the final approach.
On morning flights, sit on the right for better lighting on the mountains. The descent into Peshawar often follows the Indus, so have your camera ready about 30-40 minutes before landing to capture the river's path.
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Abu Dhabi Skyline
Bird's-eye view of the city's modern skyscrapers and the turquoise waters of the Arabian Gulf upon takeoff.
Yas Island
Spot the bright red roof of Ferrari World and the Yas Marina Circuit shortly after departure.
Sulaiman Mountains
Dramatic views of the rugged, arid ridges along the western edge of the Indus Valley.
Khyber Pass Vistas
Distant glimpses of the historic mountain passes near the Afghan border as you approach Peshawar.
Choose the left side for sunset views if flying in the evening. This side is also better for spotting the dense urban layout of Abu Dhabi's suburbs during initial climb-out.
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Get eSIMs for PakistanDistance: 1,947 km (1,210 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 36 min
Departure: AUH (24.433000564575195, 54.651100158691406)
Arrival: PEW (33.993900299072266, 71.51460266113281)
Route Type: International
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