Departing passengers on the left can enjoy views of Djibouti City's urban landscape and the strategic international port facilities along the azure waters of the Gulf of Tadjoura.
The right side provides an unparalleled view of the Great Rift Valley's geological wonders, including the stunning Lake Turkana and the dramatic escarpments of central Kenya.
The Right Side is the premier choice for this route, providing a high-altitude view of the dramatic Hajar Mountains and the most frequent vantage point for the iconic Dubai skyline, including the Burj Khalifa, upon descent.
The left side is superior for this route as it follows the path of the Nile River through Sudan and Egypt, offering views of the Aswan High Dam, Luxor, and potentially the Pyramids of Giza, followed by the majestic Taurus Mountains in Turkey.
The left side offers the most diverse scenery, featuring the surreal limestone chimneys of Lake Abbe and the winding green artery of the Awash River against the desert landscape.
The right side offers a spectacular vantage point for the crossing of the Bab-el-Mandeb strait and the dramatic ascent over the rugged Sarawat Mountains into the high-altitude Sana'a plateau.
The right side offers the most dramatic geological transitions, from the salt lakes of Djibouti and the winding rivers of the Horn of Africa to the grand finale of Mount Karthala's volcanic crater upon arrival in Moroni.
The right side offers a front-row seat to the Nile's green valley cutting through the Sahara, followed by the stunning Mediterranean coastline of Italy and the dramatic snow-capped peaks of the Western Alps.
The right side of the aircraft offers spectacular views of the Arabian Peninsula coastline, the strategic Bab-el-Mandeb strait, and the stunning coral formations of the Farasan Islands.
The right side offers a superior view of the strategic Bab-el-Mandeb strait and a dramatic approach toward the massive Jabal Sabir mountain that looms over Ta'izz.
The right side offers spectacular views of the Great Rift Valley's tectonic activity, including the surreal limestone chimneys of Lake Abbe and various volcanic peaks.
The left side provides a breathtaking view of the Gulf of Aden's turquoise coastline and the dramatic meeting point of the desert and the Indian Ocean during the approach to Mogadishu.
The left side offers a stunning contrast between the deep turquoise waters of the Gulf of Aden and the vast, arid coastal plains of Somaliland, including historic port views.