To AUH?
Tip: Sit on the left side for landing.
The left side offers a glimpse of the vast desert landscape transitioning into the modern Abu Dhabi city skyline and the turquoise coastal waters.
The left side offers a glimpse of the vast desert landscape transitioning into the modern Abu Dhabi city skyline and the turquoise coastal waters.
The right side offers a superior departure experience with iconic views of Sydney Harbour and the Blue Mountains, followed by a dramatic approach over the Hajar Mountains and Yas Island's landmarks.
The left side is generally preferred as it faces away from the sun for most of the flight, offering better visibility of the Rub' al Khali and the Abu Dhabi coastline upon arrival.
The Right Side offers unparalleled views of the vast Arabian desert, including the undulating dunes of the Empty Quarter and the dramatic Hejaz mountain range shortly after takeoff from Jeddah.
The left side is generally superior for this route as it offers better perspectives of the Carpathian Mountains, the Turkish Black Sea coast, and the dramatic Zagros range in Iran, alongside a frequent view of the Dubai skyline during the descent into the UAE.
The right side offers superior views of the Indian coastline upon departure and the more visually diverse approach over the UAE's northern emirates and coastal landmarks.