AUH (Abu Dhabi) window seat guide

At Abu Dhabi International in Abu Dhabi: for takeoff, sit on the Right side; for landing, sit on the Right side. Notable views include: Yas Island and Yas Marina Circuit, Saadiyat Island coastline, Persian Gulf waters, Abu Dhabi's man-made island developments.

When taking off from Abu Dhabi International (AUH), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing on runway 31L, the aircraft climbs out to the northwest, and the right-side windows face toward the coast and islands north of the airport. You'll get views of Yas Island (with its distinctive Yas Marina Circuit and theme parks) and the Persian Gulf coastline, while the left side mostly shows flat desert terrain inland. Notable sights include: Yas Island and Yas Marina Circuit, Saadiyat Island coastline, Persian Gulf waters, Abu Dhabi's man-made island developments.

When landing at Abu Dhabi International (AUH), sit on the Right side for the best views. On the typical approach to runway 13R, aircraft descend from the northwest before turning onto final for the southeast-facing runway. During this turn and on final, the right side offers views over Yas Island and the Abu Dhabi coastline, while the left side mostly faces empty desert inland. Notable sights include: Yas Island (Ferrari World, Yas Marina Circuit), Abu Dhabi city skyline in the distance, Persian Gulf coastline, Saadiyat Island.

The best window seat at Abu Dhabi International (AUH) depends on several factors: the typical runway used for your departure or arrival, the geographic features around Abu Dhabi (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening flights often offer the best lighting for scenic views.