Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Abakan to Abu Dhabi. Right-side seats capture the dramatic Sayan Mountains at takeoff and provide better views during the long southern traverse across Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan toward the Persian Gulf. The landing view from the left is notable but briefer; the takeoff geography is more visually striking.

During takeoff from Abakan (ABA), sit on the Right side for the best views. Abakan typically departs to the north or northeast. Right-side seats offer views of the Sayan Mountains rising to the south and southeast, which are visible during the initial climb-out as the aircraft banks away from the airport. Notable sights include: Sayan Mountains (southeast), Yenisei River valley (immediate vicinity), Abakan city grid (below), Khakassia steppe (extending eastward).

When landing at Abu Dhabi International (AUH), sit on the Left side for the best views. Abu Dhabi typically lands from the northeast on Runway 31L/R. Left-side seats provide views of the Persian Gulf coastline, the Jebel Ali area, and Dubai's urban sprawl to the north during the descent approach corridor. Notable sights include: Persian Gulf (northern approach), Jebel Ali port and industrial zone (north), Dubai skyline (far north on horizon), Abu Dhabi city center (south of airport).

The flight from Abakan (ABA) to Abu Dhabi International (AUH) takes Approximately 5 hours 15 minutes.

The flight crosses the Ustyurt Plateau (visible as elevated terrain between the Caspian and Aral regions), the Mangystau Region of Kazakhstan with its sparse desert landscape, and the Turkmen steppe. The Caspian Sea may be visible to the west depending on exact routing. The Kopet Dagh Mountains form the Iran-Turkmenistan border to the south. As the aircraft descends toward Abu Dhabi, the transition from desert to coastal salt marshes and the Persian Gulf becomes apparent.