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ACC â DXB
Which side of the plane to sit from Kotoka International Airport (Accra) to Dubai International Airport (Dubai)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior sequence of landmarks, including the Nile River, the vibrant blue of the Red Sea, and the most iconic views of the Dubai skyline upon approach.
Gulf of Guinea
Sweeping views of the West African coastline immediately after departing Accra.
Lake Nasser
The massive, deep blue reservoir created by the Aswan High Dam in southern Egypt.
Red Sea Crossing
Clear views of the coral reefs and busy shipping lanes connecting the Suez Canal to the Indian Ocean.
Rub' al Khali
The edge of the Empty Quarter, showing the immense scale of the Arabian Peninsula's deserts.
Dubai Landmarks
Best angle for spotting the Burj Khalifa and the Palm Jumeirah during the standard landing pattern.
The right side is essential for the iconic Dubai arrival. For the best views of the Nile and Red Sea, try to book a daytime flight. If arriving at night, the right side captures the dazzling light display of the Burj Khalifa and Sheikh Zayed Road.
TÊnÊrÊ Desert
Aerial views of the vast sand seas and dune patterns across Niger and southern Libya.
Aïr Mountains
Dramatic volcanic peaks rising from the Saharan floor in northern Niger.
Sahara Sunset
On evening flights, the left side provides spectacular sunsets over the desert horizon.
Sharjah Coastline
Views of the neighboring emirate of Sharjah as the plane turns for its final approach to DXB.
Choose the left side for evening departures to catch the golden hour over the Sahara. It is also generally better for avoiding direct glare from the sun during the first half of the flight when heading northeast.
Distance: 6,289 km (3,908 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 7 hrs 24 min
Departure: ACC (5.605189800262451, -0.16678600013256073)
Arrival: DXB (25.252799987800003, 55.3643989563)
Route Type: International
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