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DUS → DXB
Which side of the plane to sit from Düsseldorf Airport (Duesseldorf) to Dubai International Airport (Dubai)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft typically offers a superior view of the Taurus Mountains in Turkey and is more likely to provide a stunning view of the Burj Khalifa and Downtown Dubai during the standard landing approach.
The Alps & Bavaria
Early in the flight, catch views of the snow-capped peaks of the Alps and the green landscapes of southern Germany.
Turkish Black Sea Coast
Observe the rugged transition where the Black Sea meets the northern coastline of Turkey.
Taurus Mountains
Spectacular limestone peaks and deep canyons across southern Anatolia provide some of the flight's best terrain views.
Mesopotamian Plains
View the historical fertile crescent area between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers.
Dubai Skyline
On the final descent into DXB, the left side usually faces the iconic Burj Khalifa and the city's dense skyscraper corridor.
For daytime flights, the left side provides excellent lighting for the Turkish highlands. If arriving at night, the left side is the prime spot for viewing the brilliantly lit Burj Khalifa during the standard approach into runway 12L.
Southeastern European Cities
Glimpse cities like Vienna or Budapest depending on the specific air traffic control corridor used.
Lake Van
If the flight path trends north, look for the deep blue, soda-rich waters of Turkey's largest lake.
Zagros Mountains
View the dramatic folded mountain belts of western Iran if the route traverses the eastern corridor.
Persian Gulf
Watch the turquoise waters of the Gulf filled with cargo ships and tankers approaching one of the world's busiest maritime hubs.
The Palm Jumeirah
Often visible on the right side when the aircraft performs a wide turn over the sea before lining up for the runway.
The right side is ideal for avoiding direct sunlight during much of the southward journey, reducing glare on your window. Keep a close eye out for the artificial World Islands and Palm Jumeirah as the plane descends over the Persian Gulf.
Distance: 5,005 km (3,110 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 5 hrs 53 min
Departure: DUS (51.289501, 6.766780000000001)
Arrival: DXB (25.252799987800003, 55.3643989563)
Route Type: International
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