A seat on the left side provides panoramic views of the Nairobi city skyline and the Central Business District as the aircraft climbs out to the northeast.
The right side offers a superior view of the Great Rift Valley shortly after takeoff and remains in the shade during afternoon westbound flights, providing clearer views of the diverse West African terrain.
The left side offers a superior mix of diverse landforms, ranging from the volcanic peaks of Kenya to the rugged coastlines of the Arabian Peninsula and the dense highlands of Southeast Asia.
The Left Side offers superior views of the Great Rift Valley's western escarpments, the sprawling Ethiopian Highlands, and the dramatic transition from the African continent into the Red Sea.
The left side offers spectacular views of the Horn of Africa and the Socotra archipelago, while benefiting from less solar glare during typical daytime flight schedules heading northeast.