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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior mix of urban landmarks and unique island geography, featuring the Mergui Archipelago and the sprawling skylines of Southeast Asia and India.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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Bangkok Skyline

Passing north of the Thai capital offers views of its sprawling urban landscape and winding Chao Phraya River.

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Mergui Archipelago

Hundreds of pristine, uninhabited islands off the coast of Myanmar featuring turquoise coral reefs.

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Bay of Bengal

Vast oceanic views that are particularly stunning during the golden hour as the sun sets behind the horizon.

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Mumbai Cityscape

The bright lights of India's most populous city and the 'Queen's Necklace' shoreline visible on night flights.

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Strait of Hormuz

One of the world's most important shipping lanes, visible alongside the rocky Musandam Peninsula.

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Dubai Skyline

The iconic Burj Khalifa and the dense cluster of skyscrapers in the distance during the descent into Abu Dhabi.

The right side is ideal for Westbound travel as it stays in the shade, providing better conditions for photography. Aim for a seat in front of the wing to clearly see the Mergui Archipelago and the descent over the Persian Gulf. During night flights, this side offers more consistent views of illuminated coastal cities in India and the UAE.

Left Side Highlights
7.8
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Mekong Delta

An expansive network of rivers and lush green rice paddies visible shortly after departure from SGN.

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Gulf of Thailand

Sparkling blue waters dotted with coastal fishing vessels as the flight heads West.

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Kerala Coastline

The lush greenery and tropical backwaters of Southwest India during the transcontinental crossing.

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Hajar Mountains

The dramatic, jagged peaks of Oman as the flight crosses into the Arabian Peninsula.

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Empty Quarter

The vast, rolling orange dunes of the Rub' al Khali desert stretching toward the horizon.

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Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque

A stunning aerial view of the white marble landmark during the final approach into Abu Dhabi.

The left side provides the best view of the desert landscape upon arrival in the UAE. However, because this is a Westbound flight, the left side will experience direct sun glare during afternoon flights. Choose this side for a sunrise/sunset view over the Arabian Sea if the timing aligns.

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Route Information

Distance: 5,680 km (3,529 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 6 hrs 41 min

Departure: SGN (10.8187999725, 106.652000427)

Arrival: AUH (24.433000564575195, 54.651100158691406)

Route Type: International

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