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BEY → AUH
Which side of the plane to sit from Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (Beirut) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (Abu Dhabi)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the dramatic Mount Lebanon range during departure and provides the best angle for the Abu Dhabi city skyline and the Persian Gulf coastline upon arrival.
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Mount Lebanon Range
Spectacular views of the snow-capped Qurnat as Sawda and the deep valleys of Lebanon shortly after takeoff.
An Nafud Desert
Witness the mesmerizing reddish crescent-shaped dunes of northern Saudi Arabia from high altitude.
Riyadh Distant Lights
On night flights, the sprawling golden grid of the Saudi capital is often visible to the north-east.
Persian Gulf Coast
The transition from the beige desert to the vivid turquoise waters of the Gulf as you enter UAE airspace.
Abu Dhabi Skyline
A prime view of the Etihad Towers, the Corniche, and the Presidential Palace during the final approach.
For the best experience, book a morning flight to see the sun illuminate the Lebanese mountains without glare. On the descent into Abu Dhabi, the left side usually faces the city if landing from the west, offering views of the iconic skyscrapers. Avoid seats over the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the desert textures.
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A great view of the Mediterranean coastline and the city's urban sprawl during the initial climb out of BEY.
Harrat al-Shamah
Look for the stark, dark basaltic lava fields stretching across the border regions of Jordan and Saudi Arabia.
Ad-Dahna Sand Sea
The striking 'river' of orange sand that connects the northern and southern desert regions of the peninsula.
Coastal Sabkhas
Unique white salt flats and coastal wetlands that characterize the edge of the Arabian Peninsula near the UAE.
Yas Island
Spot the bright red roof of Ferrari World and the Yas Marina Circuit just before touching down at AUH.
The right side is ideal for sunset flights as you will see the sun dipping below the horizon over the vast Arabian desert. During landing, this side often looks toward the interior desert and Yas Island, providing a great view of the F1 track and the Al Wathba wetlands. Keep your camera ready for the high-contrast 'black-and-tan' landscape of the volcanic fields mid-flight.
Book Hotels in Abu DhabiDistance: 2,129 km (1,323 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 50 min
Departure: BEY (33.820899963378906, 35.488399505615234)
Arrival: AUH (24.433000564575195, 54.651100158691406)
Route Type: International
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