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DUB → AUH
Which side of the plane to sit from Dublin Airport (Dublin) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (Abu Dhabi)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side is superior for its sweeping views of the Black Sea coastline, the rugged Taurus Mountains in Turkey, and a spectacular aerial entry into Abu Dhabi that often showcases the city's coastal islands.
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Dublin Bay
Immediate views of Howth Head and the Dublin coastline as the aircraft climbs over the Irish Sea.
Rhine Valley
Aerial perspectives of the winding Rhine River and its historic castles through Central Germany.
The Black Sea
A long stretch of the Turkish coastline where the deep blue water meets the lush northern Anatolian hills.
Taurus Mountains
Dramatic, snow-capped peaks and deep limestone valleys as the flight traverses southern Turkey.
Abu Dhabi Skyline
Views of Saadiyat Island, the Louvre Abu Dhabi, and the downtown skyscrapers during the final approach.
For the best experience, book an overnight flight arriving at sunrise; the morning light hitting the Taurus Mountains is breathtaking. On the final descent into AUH, the left side typically offers the best view of the turquoise waters surrounding the city's man-made islands. Ensure your window is clear of frost early in the flight as temperature changes over the desert can cause condensation.
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Wicklow Mountains
The rolling green peaks of the Garden of Ireland visible shortly after takeoff from Dublin.
The Alps
Depending on the specific airway, the jagged, glaciated peaks of the Swiss or Austrian Alps may be visible to the South.
Eastern Mediterranean
Views of the Levant coastline and the crystal-clear waters near Cyprus or the Lebanese coast.
Arabian Desert
Vast, orange sand dunes and geometric oil installations visible while overflying the Saudi-Iraqi border region.
Sheikh Zayed Mosque
The gleaming white marble of the Grand Mosque can often be spotted on the right during certain landing patterns.
The right side is ideal for capturing the sunset if you are on a mid-afternoon departure from Dublin. If the flight path takes a more southerly route over Europe, keep your eyes peeled for the Alps roughly 2 hours into the flight. During the descent into Abu Dhabi, look for the contrast between the deep desert sands and the modern industrial architecture of the Khalifa Port area.
Book Hotels in Abu DhabiDistance: 5,941 km (3,692 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 6 hrs 59 min
Departure: DUB (53.421299, -6.27007)
Arrival: AUH (24.433000564575195, 54.651100158691406)
Route Type: International
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