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Which side of the plane to sit from Dublin Airport (Dublin) to Vienna International Airport (Vienna)?

Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior panorama including the Wicklow Mountains at departure, a potential view of Greater London, the Rhine Valley, and a spectacular approach with distant views of the Alps and the Vienna city center.

Right Side Highlights
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Wicklow Mountains

Dramatic granite peaks and glacial valleys just south of Dublin visible during the climb.

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Greater London

On many flight paths, the sprawling outskirts or even the central skyline of London can be spotted to the south.

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Frankfurt Skyline

Germany's financial hub with its distinctive skyscrapers is often visible while cruising over the Rhine-Main area.

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Northern Alps

On a clear day, the snow-capped peaks of the Bavarian and Austrian Alps are visible on the southern horizon.

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Vienna City View

During the standard approach to Runway 11 or 16, this side offers views of the Prater and St. Stephen's Cathedral.

The right side is highly recommended for late afternoon flights to enjoy the sunset. This side avoids direct glare for most of the journey and provides the best chance to see the Alpine chain to the south. During the descent, keep your camera ready for the Lake Neusiedl area if the plane loops around for a western landing.

Left Side Highlights
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Dublin Bay

Aerial view of the Irish coastline and the Poolbeg Chimneys immediately after takeoff.

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Snowdonia National Park

The rugged peaks of North Wales are visible as the flight crosses the Irish Sea toward England.

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Rhine-Ruhr Region

A dense urban landscape of industrial Germany, including cities like Essen and Dortmund.

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The Harz Mountains

Dense forests and rolling hills of central Germany's highest mountain range.

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The Danube River

The flight follows the path of Europe's second-longest river during the final descent into Vienna.

Sit on the left for the best views of the industrial heart of Germany and northern landscapes. Morning flights provide excellent soft lighting over the European plains, though the sun will be shining directly into this side on afternoon flights heading southeast.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,702 km (1,058 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 16 min

Departure: DUB (53.421299, -6.27007)

Arrival: VIE (48.110298156738, 16.569700241089002)

Route Type: International

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