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GVA → AUH
Which side of the plane to sit from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (Geneva) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (Abu Dhabi)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides an unbeatable vantage point of the Mont Blanc massif shortly after takeoff, followed by a dramatic crossing of the Suez Canal and the rugged peaks of the Sinai Peninsula.
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Mont Blanc
The highest peak in the Alps dominates the horizon south of the flight path just minutes after takeoff.
Suez Canal
A clear view of the engineering marvel connecting the Mediterranean to the Red Sea near the Egyptian coast.
Sinai Peninsula
The stark, mountainous desert landscape and the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Aqaba.
Red Sea Coast
Follow the contrasting line where the deep blue sea meets the scorched orange sands of the Arabian Peninsula.
Empty Quarter
The vast, undulating orange dunes of the Rub' al Khali desert as the flight crosses into the UAE.
The right side is essential for mountain lovers to see Mont Blanc. Avoid this side on late afternoon flights if you want to escape the direct glare of the sun. Keep your camera ready about 4 hours into the flight for the Suez Canal crossing.
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Lake Geneva
An immediate view of the massive crescent-shaped lake and the Jet d'Eau fountain upon departure.
Bernese Oberland
The iconic snow-capped peaks of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau are visible to the northeast.
Dalmatian Coast
Spectacular views of the turquoise Adriatic Sea and the thousands of islands along the Croatian coastline.
Kuwait City
The illuminated skyline and the Kuwait Towers are often visible when flying over the northern Persian Gulf.
Yas Island
During the descent into Abu Dhabi, look for the bright red roof of Ferrari World and the F1 circuit.
For day flights, the left side benefits from softer lighting in the afternoon as the sun moves west. It is the superior side for spotting the Abu Dhabi coastline and the intricate network of mangroves during the final approach.
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Get eSIMs for United Arab EmiratesDistance: 4,926 km (3,061 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 5 hrs 48 min
Departure: GVA (46.23809814453125, 6.108950138092041)
Arrival: AUH (24.433000564575195, 54.651100158691406)
Route Type: International
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