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TSE → AUH
Which side of the plane to sit from Astana International Airport (Tselinograd) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (Abu Dhabi)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the dramatic Zagros Mountains in Iran and the iconic urban landscape of the UAE including the Dubai skyline during the final approach.
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Ulytau Mountains
The historic heart of Kazakhstan, visible as rugged massifs early in the flight.
Kyzylkum Desert
The vast 'Red Sand' desert stretching across the border of Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan.
Zagros Mountain Range
Spectacular views of the massive folded mountains and deep valleys in southwestern Iran.
Dubai Skyline
A distant but clear view of the Burj Khalifa and the coastal skyscrapers during descent.
Palm Jebel Ali
The massive palm-shaped artificial island visible just before entering the Abu Dhabi airspace.
For the best photography of the Iranian mountains, choose an afternoon flight to ensure the sun illuminates the peaks. During the final 20 minutes of the flight, keep your camera ready for the UAE coastline. Visibility is best from November to March when desert haze is minimal.
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Aral Sea Basin
The stark and environmental remnants of the receding Aral Sea and its white salt flats.
Ustyurt Plateau
A high desert plateau with dramatic limestone cliffs and ancient seafloor features.
Caspian Sea Edge
The flight often skims the eastern shoreline of the world's largest inland body of water.
Dasht-e Kavir
Iran's Great Salt Desert, featuring unique swirling geological patterns from high altitude.
Persian Gulf
Crossing the busy maritime corridor filled with tankers and turquoise coastal shallows.
The right side is ideal for morning departures from Astana to avoid direct glare from the sun. It offers better views of the geological wonders of the Ustyurt Plateau. On the final approach into AUH, look for the intricate mangrove forests and islands that surround the capital.
Book Hotels in Abu DhabiDistance: 3,288 km (2,043 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 52 min
Departure: TSE (51.02220153808594, 71.46690368652344)
Arrival: AUH (24.433000564575195, 54.651100158691406)
Route Type: International
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