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ADE → DXB
Which side of the plane to sit from Aden International Airport (Aden) to Dubai International Airport (Dubai)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side provides a stunning combination of the Yemeni coastline, the dramatic Hajar Mountains, and the iconic coastal developments of Dubai upon arrival.
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Gulf of Aden
Expansive views of the deep blue waters and the rugged southern coastline of the Arabian Peninsula.
Hajar Mountains
The jagged, dark peaks of the Hajar range provide a dramatic contrast to the desert as you cross into the UAE.
Palm Jumeirah
The world-famous man-made island is often visible as the plane maneuvers over the Persian Gulf for landing.
Jebel Ali Port
One of the world's largest man-made harbors and a hub of global shipping activity along the coast.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to see the coastline illuminated. Watch closely during the last 15 minutes of the flight; if the aircraft approaches from the north (Runway 12), you will get the best possible view of the Palm Jumeirah and the World Islands.
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Aden Crater
A spectacular view of the volcanic landscape that forms the natural harbor of Aden immediately after takeoff.
Rub' al Khali
Witness the vast, undulating orange dunes of the Empty Quarter, the world's largest sand desert, stretching to the horizon.
Downtown Dubai
On a standard approach, look out for the Burj Khalifa and the dense cluster of skyscrapers in the Business Bay area.
Sit on the left if you are flying in the late afternoon to avoid direct sun glare. This side is superior for observing the sheer scale of the desert interior and the urban density of central Dubai during the final descent.
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Get eSIMs for United Arab EmiratesDistance: 1,756 km (1,091 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 20 min
Departure: ADE (12.829500198364258, 45.02880096435547)
Arrival: DXB (25.252799987800003, 55.3643989563)
Route Type: International
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