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FCO → AUH
Which side of the plane to sit from Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (Rome) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (Abu Dhabi)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a more diverse sequence of landscapes, featuring the Italian Apennines, the high-altitude Taurus and Zagros mountains, and a superior perspective of the Persian Gulf during the approach to Abu Dhabi.
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Apennine Mountains
The rugged spine of central Italy visible shortly after takeoff from FCO.
Balkan Coastline
Stunning views of the Ionian Sea and the rocky shores of Western Greece.
Taurus Mountains
The snow-dusted, high-altitude peaks of southern Turkey.
Mesopotamian Rivers
The historic Euphrates and Tigris rivers winding through the Iraqi plains.
Zagros Mountains
Dramatic geological folds and salt domes along the border of Iraq and Iran.
Abu Dhabi Coast
The turquoise waters of the Gulf and the city's modern architecture on final descent.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. The most spectacular segment occurs roughly 4 hours in as you cross the Taurus and Zagros ranges. On approach to AUH, this side typically provides the best view of the Yas Island attractions.
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Amalfi Coast
A distant but beautiful view of the Sorrento Peninsula and southern Italian coastline.
Greek Islands
Bird's-eye view of Crete or Rhodes depending on the specific air corridor.
Cyprus
The distinctive shape of the island and its southern beaches visible over the Mediterranean.
Dead Sea
The deep blue, hyper-saline lake nestled in the Jordan Rift Valley.
Arabian Desert
Endless patterns of orange and gold sand dunes across Saudi Arabia.
Oil Fields
Industrial landscapes and gas flares visible in eastern Saudi Arabia and the UAE border.
This side is excellent for seeing the Dead Sea and the vast emptiness of the Arabian Desert. However, for afternoon flights, the sun will be on this side, which can make it very hot and bright. Look for the illuminated oil refineries if flying at night.
Book Hotels in Abu DhabiDistance: 4,340 km (2,697 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 5 hrs 6 min
Departure: FCO (41.8002778, 12.2388889)
Arrival: AUH (24.433000564575195, 54.651100158691406)
Route Type: International
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