The right side offers a more varied cruise experience, passing near the Zagros Mountains of western Iran, the highlands of eastern Turkey near Lake Van, and glimpses of the Caucasus foothills and Black Sea, plus the stronger Prague approach view of the historic skyline.
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Flight Path
Abu Dhabi to Prague is 2,787 miles (4,486 km), a flight of about 6 hours 35 minutes.
Zagros Mountains of western Iran, eastern Anatolian highlands near Lake Van, Caucasus foothills, southern Black Sea coastline, Romanian Carpathian foothills
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from AUH
LEFTDeparting AUH toward the northwest, the initial turn typically brings Abu Dhabi's island skyline, the Corniche, and the turquoise Persian Gulf coastline into view on the left side before the aircraft climbs out over open desert.
Landing at PRG
RIGHTOn the descent into Prague via runway 24, the aircraft turns from the northeast, giving right-side passengers a view over the Vltava River valley and Prague's historic skyline before the final turn onto the runway.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Abu Dhabi International (AUH) to Ruzyne (PRG)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Abu Dhabi to Prague. The right side offers a more varied cruise experience, passing near the Zagros Mountains of western Iran, the highlands of eastern Turkey near Lake Van, and glimpses of the Caucasus foothills and Black Sea, plus the stronger Prague approach view of the historic skyline.
What can I see during takeoff from Abu Dhabi International in Abu Dhabi?
During takeoff from Abu Dhabi International (AUH), sit on the Left side for the best views. Departing AUH toward the northwest, the initial turn typically brings Abu Dhabi's island skyline, the Corniche, and the turquoise Persian Gulf coastline into view on the left side before the aircraft climbs out over open desert. Notable sights include: Abu Dhabi skyline and Corniche, Saadiyat and Yas Island coastline, Persian Gulf shallows, flat Arabian desert.
What can I see when landing at Ruzyne in Prague?
When landing at Ruzyne (PRG), sit on the Right side for the best views. On the descent into Prague via runway 24, the aircraft turns from the northeast, giving right-side passengers a view over the Vltava River valley and Prague's historic skyline before the final turn onto the runway. Notable sights include: Vltava River bends through Prague, Prague Castle hill and Old Town spires, rolling Bohemian farmland, wooded hills west of the city.
How long is the flight from Abu Dhabi to Prague?
The flight from Abu Dhabi International (AUH) to Ruzyne (PRG) takes about 6 hours 35 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 2,787 miles (4,486 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Abu Dhabi to Prague flight path pass over?
Zagros Mountains of western Iran, eastern Anatolian highlands near Lake Van, Caucasus foothills, southern Black Sea coastline, Romanian Carpathian foothills