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Tip: Sit on the right side for takeoff.
Departing passengers on the right side can view the impressive Riyadh skyline and the glass towers of the King Abdullah Financial District as the plane climbs south.
Departing passengers on the right side can view the impressive Riyadh skyline and the glass towers of the King Abdullah Financial District as the plane climbs south.
The left side provides a front-row seat to the dramatic transition from the Arabian desert to the unique geological formation of the Dead Sea, followed by a stunning coastal approach into Beirut.
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the most dramatic geographic features, including the Dead Sea, the Levant coastline, and a more direct view of the high peaks of the Alps and the Paris city center during typical landing patterns.
The left side offers the most iconic view of the journey: the confluence of the Blue and White Nile rivers upon arrival in Khartoum, alongside stunning views of the Asir mountains and Red Sea coral systems.
The right side offers a superior visual transition from the golden sands of the Arabian Peninsula to the lush green sprawl of the Nile Delta, followed by an iconic coastal approach over Alexandria's Mediterranean shoreline.
The Right Side is preferred for its spectacular panoramic approach over the Swiss Alps and the potential for a stunning view of Lake Geneva and the Jet d'Eau upon landing at GVA.
The right side offers a spectacular vantage point for the dramatic transition from the central desert to the jagged Sarawat Mountains and the sparkling Red Sea coastline.
The right side offers a superior visual journey, showcasing the dramatic Tuwaiq Escarpment, the stunning Dahlak Archipelago in the Red Sea, and the unique volcanic terrain of the Danakil Depression.
The right side provides a superior geographic progression, featuring the rugged Turkish interior, the potential for Greenland's ice caps, and the most iconic views of the New York City skyline upon arrival.
The left side provides the most dramatic transition from the arid Arabian landscapes to the stunning snow-capped peaks of the Alps and the lush Rhine-Main region.
The right side offers a front-row seat to the most dramatic geological transitions in Saudi Arabia, including the Tuwaiq Escarpment and the steep cliff faces of the Asir Mountains.
The Right Side is generally superior for this long-haul route as it frequently aligns with the Great Circle track, providing views of the European Alps, the potential for Greenland's ice sheets, and the rugged terrain of Atlantic Canada.
While both sides offer stunning desert vistas, the right side provides a superior perspective of the ancient volcanic fields and the dramatic sandstone monoliths of the Al-Ula valley during the descent.