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DUS → AUH
Which side of the plane to sit from Düsseldorf Airport (Duesseldorf) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (Abu Dhabi)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the high Alps during the first half of the flight and a spectacular aerial approach over the turquoise waters of the Persian Gulf and the Abu Dhabi skyline upon arrival.
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Bavarian & Swiss Alps
Breathtaking panoramas of the highest European peaks, including the Zugspitze and surrounding massifs.
Adriatic Sea
Vistas of the Croatian islands and the glittering blue water of the Mediterranean basin.
Mesopotamian Basin
The historical landscape of the Tigris and Euphrates rivers cutting through the arid plains of Iraq.
Persian Gulf
Stunning transition from the desert to the vibrant turquoise shallow waters surrounding the UAE islands.
Abu Dhabi Landmarks
Prime views of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Yas Island, and the Corniche during the standard approach into AUH.
The right side is unbeatable for the approach into Abu Dhabi, where you can often see the city's unique island geography. For daytime flights, keep your window shade down over the desert to manage heat and glare, but open it 30 minutes before landing for the coastal views. If flying during the day, the sun will be on this side, so polarized sunglasses are recommended.
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Dramatic views of the snow-capped peaks across Western Austria and the Dolomites to the South.
Vienna & Bratislava
A chance to spot the twin capital cities and the winding Danube River as you cross into Eastern Europe.
Black Sea Coast
Distant views of the Turkish coastline and the deep blue expanse of the Black Sea.
Zagros Mountains
Incredible folded rock formations and desert ridges of Iran, often visible depending on the exact airway used.
Dubai Horizon
On clear nights, the Burj Khalifa and the glowing sprawl of Dubai are visible to the North during the descent.
Choose this side if you want to avoid direct sunlight on daytime flights, as the sun will be predominantly on the southern (right) side. It is also excellent for spotting the dense urban lights of the UAE coast during night arrivals. Watch for the Zagros mountains about 90 minutes before landing.
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Get eSIMs for United Arab EmiratesDistance: 5,026 km (3,123 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 5 hrs 55 min
Departure: DUS (51.289501, 6.766780000000001)
Arrival: AUH (24.433000564575195, 54.651100158691406)
Route Type: International
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