Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Singapore to Abu Dhabi. Right-side seats capture more dramatic scenery during takeoff with the Strait of Malacca and Malaysian coastline. While left-side landing views are scenic, the takeoff experience offers more sustained visual interest over a longer period during climb-out.

During takeoff from Seletar (XSP), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats capture the Strait of Malacca and Malaysian peninsula as you climb northwestward from Seletar. The strait's shipping traffic and coastline are distinctive features during the initial 15-20 minutes of flight. Notable sights include: Strait of Malacca, Johor Bahru urban area, Malaysian peninsula coastline, Singapore Strait shipping lanes.

When landing at Abu Dhabi International (AUH), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats offer views of the Persian Gulf coastline, the Hajar Mountains inland from Abu Dhabi, and the UAE's distinctive coastal salt flats and mangrove areas during descent. These features are prominent on approach from the northeast. Notable sights include: Hajar Mountains, Persian Gulf coastline, Abu Dhabi salt flats and sabkha, UAE desert interior.

The flight from Seletar (XSP) to Abu Dhabi International (AUH) takes Approximately 6 hours 15 minutes.

The flight path crosses the Andaman Sea (sparse shipping, open water), then transitions over the Indian Ocean with minimal landmarks. The route passes south of India and Sri Lanka, crossing open ocean for approximately 4 hours of the flight. As you approach the Arabian Peninsula, you'll see the Oman coastline and the entrance to the Persian Gulf, with the Musandam Peninsula visible as a rocky promontory at the gulf's mouth.