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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 right side offers a superior mix of urban skylines, coastal transitions, and the lush agricultural tapestry of the Punjab region during the approach.
The left side provides a stunning panoramic view of the Persian Gulf coastline and the intricate network of islands that make up Abu Dhabi, including Yas Island's landmarks.
The left side offers a more diverse range of landforms, including the sparkling coastlines of the Persian Gulf, the lush greenery of the Indian subcontinent, and the dense urban sprawl of Southeast Asian metropolises like Bangkok.
The left side offers spectacular views of the Zagros Mountains across the Gulf, the vast salt marshes of Gujarat, and the intricate river systems of the Ganges-Brahmaputra delta.
The left side offers superior views of the UAE coastline, the striking Makran mountains of Pakistan, and potential distant glimpses of the Himalayas during the final approach into Delhi.
The left side offers a superior variety of landscapes, including the turquoise waters of the Persian Gulf, the unique white salt flats of the Rann of Kutch, and the agricultural tapestry of the Indo-Gangetic Plain.
The left side offers superior views of the Persian Gulf coastline, potential distant silhouettes of the Himalayas during the transit over India, and the rugged, dramatic canyons of the Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau in China.
The left side offers a more diverse landscape, featuring the transition from the golden sand dunes of the Nafud desert to the dramatic rift of the Dead Sea and the rugged limestone peaks of the Amanus Mountains.
The right side is superior for this route as it provides a clearer view of the iconic Riyadh skyline upon departure and the impressive King Fahd Causeway and Al Khobar waterfront during the approach to Dammam.
The left side offers a superior view of the Arabian Peninsula's exit and a panoramic perspective of the lush Kerala coastline upon arrival in Trivandrum.
The right side is generally superior as it provides a front-row seat to the rugged Hajar Mountains of Oman and a clearer view of the iconic South Mumbai skyline upon arrival.
The left side offers a more comprehensive experience, featuring the iconic Riyadh skyline shortly after takeoff, the most dramatic views of the Tuwaiq Escarpment, and the turquoise shoreline of the Red Sea during the final descent.