Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Abu Dhabi to Lisbon. While the takeoff offers desert and gulf views, the landing approach into Lisbon provides far more visually distinctive and memorable scenery: the Tagus estuary, the city's iconic hillside layout, and the Atlantic coast are genuinely spectacular from the air.

During takeoff from Abu Dhabi International (AUH), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side offers views of the Persian Gulf coastline and the UAE's northern emirates as the aircraft climbs westward. You'll see the shallow turquoise waters and coastal development fade into desert as you gain altitude. Notable sights include: Persian Gulf (immediate coastline), Jebel Ali port and Dubai skyline (north), Hajar Mountains (southeast, distant).

When landing at Lisboa (LIS), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side provides excellent views during descent into Lisbon. You'll see the Tagus River estuary, the city's hillside layout, and the Atlantic coastline with the Sintra mountains visible to the northwest—all classic Lisbon landmarks. Notable sights include: Tagus River estuary and Tejo bridge, Lisbon city center on hills, Sintra mountains (northwest), Atlantic coastline.

The flight from Abu Dhabi International (AUH) to Lisboa (LIS) takes 7h 15m.

Mediterranean coastlines (southern Spain and North Africa), Atlas Mountains (Morocco/Algeria), Sahara Desert (southern Algeria and Mali), Atlantic approach to Portugal