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SEZ → AUH
Which side of the plane to sit from Seychelles International Airport (Mahe) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (Abu Dhabi)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers an unbeatable vantage point for the Seychelles inner islands immediately after takeoff and a rare view of the Horn of Africa's most eastern point.
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Inner Islands
Incredible views of Praslin and La Digue islands, surrounded by vibrant turquoise coral reefs and white sand beaches.
Cape Guardafui
The absolute tip of the Horn of Africa, where you can see the geographical meeting point of the Indian Ocean and the Gulf of Aden.
Socotra Archipelago
Occasional distant sightings of the unique Yemeni island known for its alien-like biodiversity and Dragon Blood trees.
Al Hajar Mountains
The rugged, dark mountain ranges of northern Oman providing a stark contrast to the surrounding desert plains.
Yas Island
View the iconic red roof of Ferrari World and the Yas Marina Formula 1 circuit during the descent into Abu Dhabi.
Sit on the right for the most scenic island views during the initial climb out of SEZ. For photography, use a polarizing filter to capture the vibrant blues of the Seychelles reefs. Be aware that on morning flights, the sun will be on this side, which can cause glare until the plane turns northwest toward the Arabian Peninsula.
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Aerial view of the lush, granite peaks and the dense tropical forests of Mahé Island shortly after departure.
Puntland Coast
The dramatic and arid coastal cliffs of northern Somalia where the desert meets the deep blue Indian Ocean.
Rub' al Khali
Breathtaking views of the 'Empty Quarter', featuring massive longitudinal sand dunes that glow orange at sunset.
Sheikh Zayed Mosque
A potential view of the world-famous white marble mosque if the aircraft approaches AUH from the south.
The left side is preferable for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh eastern sun while viewing the African coastline. It provides the best perspective of the massive scale of the Arabian deserts. During the final approach, keep your camera ready for the sprawling urban development of Abu Dhabi and its unique architecture.
Get eSIMs for Seychelles
Get eSIMs for United Arab EmiratesDistance: 3,238 km (2,012 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 49 min
Departure: SEZ (-4.67434, 55.521801)
Arrival: AUH (24.433000564575195, 54.651100158691406)
Route Type: International
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