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DUB → DXB
Which side of the plane to sit from Dublin Airport (Dublin) to Dubai International Airport (Dubai)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers superior views of the Alps, the diverse terrain of Turkey, and the iconic Dubai skyline including the Burj Khalifa during the standard approach into DXB.
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The Alps
Stunning snow-capped peaks of the Austrian and Swiss Alps are frequently visible during the transcontinental leg.
Adriatic Coast
The intricate coastline and islands of Croatia and the Balkan Peninsula.
Anatolian Plateau
The rugged, arid landscapes of central Turkey, featuring high altitude lakes and volcanic terrain.
Mesopotamian Plains
The historic Tigris and Euphrates rivers snaking through the plains of Iraq.
Dubai Skyline
Unrivaled views of the Burj Khalifa, Sheikh Zayed Road skyscrapers, and the Meydan racecourse on approach to Runway 12L.
For the best experience, choose a window seat behind the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the Dubai skyline. On the typical DUB-DXB daytime flight, the sun will be on the right side for much of the journey; use your window shade to manage heat and glare until you reach the descent phase.
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Clear views of the Greater London area and the Thames Estuary as you exit UK airspace.
Central European Cities
Bird's-eye view of major hubs like Frankfurt, Prague, or Budapest depending on the specific flight corridor.
The Black Sea
The northern coastline of the Black Sea and the vast water expanse separating Europe from Asia.
Zagros Mountains
Dramatic, jagged limestone ridges of western Iran visible before crossing the Persian Gulf.
The Persian Gulf
The shimmering turquoise waters and busy shipping lanes of the Gulf as you descend.
The left side is ideal for night flights to avoid the glare of the southern sun. During early morning arrivals, you may catch a spectacular sunrise over the Iranian plateau. It also provides a great perspective of the Sharjah coastline during the final approach.
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Get eSIMs for United Arab EmiratesDistance: 5,919 km (3,678 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 6 hrs 58 min
Departure: DUB (53.421299, -6.27007)
Arrival: DXB (25.252799987800003, 55.3643989563)
Route Type: International
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