Passengers on the left side can see the sprawling Downtown Dubai skyline and the Burj Khalifa shortly after lift-off from the primary runways.
The right side is superior for this route as it faces North, avoiding direct sun glare for most of the flight while providing a spectacular view of the Swiss and French Alps, including Mont Blanc, during the final approach.
The right side offers the iconic Dubai skyline views upon departure and the stunning turquoise waters of the Western Australian coast during landfall.
The left side offers an exceptional viewing experience, combining the iconic coastal skylines of the UAE with the dramatic vertical drops of the Asir Mountain escarpment upon arrival in Abha.
The left side offers the most dramatic views of the Makran Coast's unique 'moonscape' geology and the rugged Salt Range before arrival.
The left side offers the iconic opportunity to see Mount Kilimanjaro and the stunning turquoise coastline of Mozambique and South Africa during the descent.
The right side is generally superior for this route as it offers the iconic view of the Dubai skyline during departure and a dramatic panorama of the Lebanese mountains and Beirut city upon arrival.
The left side offers spectacular views of the Eastern Himalayas and the rugged transition from the Tibetan Plateau to the Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau during the final third of the flight.
The left side offers a superior view of the iconic Dubai skyline upon departure and the majestic snow-capped peaks of the Caucasus Mountains, including Europe's highest point, Mount Elbrus.
The left side is preferred for its iconic departure views of the Dubai skyline, including the Burj Khalifa and Palm Jumeirah, followed by the dramatic crossing of the Taurus Mountains and the northern fringes of the Alps.
The right side offers the most iconic views of the Dubai skyline including the Burj Khalifa shortly after takeoff, followed by the dramatic volcanic landscapes of the Bab-el-Mandeb strait and the approach into the Gulf of Tadjoura.
The Right Side is typically superior for this route as it offers the iconic Dubai skyline views upon departure and the most dramatic perspectives of the Australian Outback and the Glass House Mountains during the descent into Brisbane.
The left side is superior for this route as it typically offers a breathtaking view of the Dubai coastline and the Palm Jumeirah upon takeoff, followed by better sun positioning for photography and prime views of the Prague city center during the descent.