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AUH → SAH
Which side of the plane to sit from Abu Dhabi International Airport (Abu Dhabi) to Sana'a International Airport (Sanaa)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior vantage point for the dramatic transition from the vast dunes of the Empty Quarter to the spectacular, jagged peaks of the Sarawat Mountains during the descent into Sanaa.
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Abu Dhabi Skyline
Catch views of the modern skyscrapers and the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque shortly after departure.
Sir Bani Yas Area
See the turquoise waters and salt dome islands of the Persian Gulf coastline before turning inland.
Sarawat Mountains
Fly over the majestic peaks of the western highlands, which rise sharply from the desert floor near the destination.
Sanaa Basin
View the unique 'gingerbread' stone architecture and ancient terraced farming as the plane descends into the valley.
The right side is essential for the scenic approach into Sanaa. Late afternoon flights are best, as the setting sun illuminates the ancient stone buildings and creates high contrast on the mountain ridges.
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Rub' al Khali
View the eastern edge of the world's largest contiguous sand desert with its massive longitudinal dunes.
Eastern Yemeni Plateaus
As the flight enters Yemen, observe the rugged, arid plateaus and deep, winding canyons of the interior.
Trans-Arabian Routes
Spot the faint tracks and remote outposts that dot the desolate border regions between the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Yemen.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the glare of the sun and see the long shadows defining the desert topography. It is particularly good for observing the vastness of the Arabian interior.
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Get eSIMs for YemenDistance: 1,475 km (917 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 58 min
Departure: AUH (24.433000564575195, 54.651100158691406)
Arrival: SAH (15.476300239562988, 44.21969985961914)
Route Type: International
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