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RYK → AUH
Which side of the plane to sit from Shaikh Zaid Airport (Rahim Yar Khan) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (Abu Dhabi)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior panoramic view of the rugged Balochistan mountain ranges and provides the most direct line of sight to Abu Dhabi's iconic landmarks like Yas Island and the city skyline during the descent.
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Kirthar Mountain Range
Stunning views of the jagged, folded limestone peaks stretching across the Sindh-Balochistan border.
Hingol Mud Volcanoes
Rare geological formations visible near the Makran coast, appearing as small conical peaks.
Makran Coastal Highway
The scenic roadway winding through dramatic cliffs and white sand beaches along the Arabian Sea.
Yas Island
A perfect bird's-eye view of the bright red Ferrari World roof and the Yas Marina F1 Circuit.
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
The gleaming white marble domes of one of the world's largest mosques visible during the final descent.
The right side is the 'photographer's choice' for this route. For evening flights, you will witness a spectacular sunset over the Arabian Gulf. Watch closely about 15 minutes before landing to spot the vibrant red structure of Ferrari World, which serves as a landmark for the start of the final approach.
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Indus River Basin
Massive meandering river channels visible shortly after takeoff from Rahim Yar Khan.
Thar Desert Edge
The western periphery of the Great Indian Desert showing distinct arid ripples.
Karachi Coastline
A distant view of Pakistan's primary port city and the busy shipping lanes of the Arabian Sea.
Gulf of Oman
Deep blue oceanic views as the flight transitions from the Pakistani coast toward the UAE.
UAE Mangroves
Lush green coastal mangrove forests visible just before touchdown at AUH.
Select the left side for early morning flights to see the sun rising over the Indus Basin. This side is also excellent for observing the intricate patterns of the UAE's coastal ecosystem during the final approach phases in clear weather.
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Get eSIMs for United Arab EmiratesDistance: 1,616 km (1,004 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 9 min
Departure: RYK (28.383899688720703, 70.27960205078125)
Arrival: AUH (24.433000564575195, 54.651100158691406)
Route Type: International
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