Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Abu Dhabi to Karachi. While takeoff favors the right for gulf views, the landing experience on the left is more geographically dramatic—the Indus delta and Karachi's sprawling coastal cityscape provide more sustained visual interest than the relatively uniform gulf crossing. Left seats capture the destination's defining geography.

During takeoff from Abu Dhabi International (AUH), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats capture the Persian Gulf coastline and the contrast between Abu Dhabi's developed waterfront and the open water. Depending on runway assignment (typically 09L/09R westbound or 27L/27R eastbound), right seats offer better views of the shallow gulf waters and any shipping traffic in the approach corridor. Notable sights include: Persian Gulf (shallow turquoise waters), Abu Dhabi city grid and high-rises along the coast, Saadiyat Island development, mangrove areas along the shoreline.

When landing at Jinnah International (KHI), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide views of Karachi's sprawling urban landscape and the Indus River delta as you descend. The approach typically comes from the southwest over the Arabian Sea, so left seats face inland toward the city, the river mouth, and the industrial areas that define Karachi's geography. Notable sights include: Indus River delta and mouth (distinctive braided channels), Karachi city sprawl and harbor, Arabian Sea, Manora Island and breakwater structures.

The flight from Abu Dhabi International (AUH) to Jinnah International (KHI) takes Approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.

The flight path crosses the Persian Gulf heading southeast, passing over open water with minimal landmarks. The gulf remains shallow and turquoise throughout. After crossing the Musandam Peninsula region (Strait of Hormuz approaches), the route transitions over the Gulf of Oman's deeper blue waters. The Makran Coast of Pakistan becomes visible on the left (south) side as a low, arid, tan-colored shoreline with minimal development. The flight then turns inland toward Karachi, with the Indus River delta becoming visible well before landing.