Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi. While takeoff favors the right, the landing approach from the west provides superior scenery with the Persian Gulf coastline, Abu Dhabi's waterfront, and the dramatic color contrast of turquoise water against desert. The landing views outweigh the takeoff advantage.

During takeoff from King Khaled International (RUH), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of Riyadh's urban sprawl and the surrounding desert plateau as you climb eastward. The city's grid pattern and modern developments are clearly visible against the tan desert backdrop. Notable sights include: Riyadh city center and suburbs, Saudi Arabian desert plateau, occasional wadis (dry riverbeds) cutting through the terrain.

When landing at Abu Dhabi International (AUH), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide excellent views during descent into Abu Dhabi, including the Persian Gulf coastline, coastal salt flats, and the city's waterfront development along the approach path from the west. Notable sights include: Persian Gulf coastline, Abu Dhabi city waterfront and Corniche, coastal salt marshes and sabkha (salt flats), Jebel Dhanna peninsula.

The flight from King Khaled International (RUH) to Abu Dhabi International (AUH) takes Approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.

The flight path crosses the flat desert plateau of central UAE, with occasional wadis and sparse settlements visible. The terrain remains relatively featureless—tan desert with minimal elevation change. No major mountain ranges or significant water features cross the direct route. The landscape is monotonously flat until approaching the Persian Gulf coastal zone near Abu Dhabi.