During takeoff, passengers on the right can spot the iconic Moscow City skyscraper district and the expansive urban sprawl as the plane banks toward its destination.
The right side offers superior views of the majestic Dolomites during the descent and is the preferred side for a high-probability view of the historic Venice city center and its canals during the final approach to Marco Polo Airport.
The right side provides a superior vantage point for the dramatic Caucasus peaks, the Red Sea coastline, and the spectacular volcanic topography of Reunion Island during the final approach.
The left side offers unparalleled views of the Russian Arctic coastline, the frozen Kara and Laptev Seas, and the dramatic Taimyr Peninsula, often illuminated by the Aurora Borealis in winter or the Midnight Sun in summer.
The Left Side is superior for this route as it offers breathtaking views of the Hindu Kush mountain ranges and the iconic limestone karsts of Phang Nga Bay during the final approach into Phuket.
The right side is superior for the spectacular arrival into Antalya, offering sweeping views of the Mediterranean coastline, the Gulf of Antalya, and the city's historic harbor during the final descent.
The left side offers a more diverse range of landmarks, including the Caspian Sea coastline, the rugged Iranian highlands, and the spectacular artificial islands and skylines of the Persian Gulf.
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the Caucasus mountains, the vibrant lights of the Persian Gulf cities, and the rugged Hajar range, while providing better lighting for the Maldivian approach.
The right side offers superior views during the descent into Tel Aviv, featuring the stunning Mediterranean coastline and the urban sprawl of the Israeli 'Riviera'.
The right side offers superior views of Russia's vast geographic diversity, including the Moscow skyline upon departure, the transition from European forests to Siberian Taiga, and the spectacular crossings of the Ob and Yenisey rivers.
The right side offers a superior view of the dramatic Ustyurt Plateau escarpments and the lush Amu Darya river delta, which provides a striking contrast against the surrounding desert as you approach Nukus.
The right side provides a superior vantage point for the Moscow City skyline upon departure and the spectacular Imperial palaces of Tsarskoye Selo during the final approach to St. Petersburg.
The Left Side is superior for this route as it offers breathtaking vistas of the Swiss and French Alps, the Mediterranean coastline of Southern France, and a spectacular crossing of the high Pyrenees mountains into Spain.