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DWC → CEK
Which side of the plane to sit from Al Maktoum International Airport (Dubai) to Chelyabinsk Balandino Airport (Chelyabinsk)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior view of the Dubai coastline upon departure, the rugged peaks of the Alborz mountains in Iran, and a more direct view of the Southern Ural Mountains during the descent into Chelyabinsk.
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Dubai Coastline
Aerial views of Palm Jebel Ali and the Dubai Marina skyline immediately after takeoff from DWC.
Qeshm Island
The largest island in the Persian Gulf, featuring unique salt caves and mangrove forests visible from the window.
Alborz Mountains
Jagged, snow-capped peaks in northern Iran, providing a dramatic contrast to the desert landscape.
Caspian Sea Rim
The transition between the Iranian highlands and the deep blue waters of the world's largest inland body of water.
Southern Ural Mountains
The ancient, rolling peaks marking the boundary between Europe and Asia as the plane nears Chelyabinsk.
For the best experience, choose a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. On morning flights, the left side is shaded, which is better for photography. Keep an eye out for the Aral Sea in the distance while crossing over Kazakhstan.
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Dasht-e Kavir
The Great Salt Desert of Iran, featuring intricate salt patterns and vast, desolate geological formations.
Strait of Hormuz
A glimpse of the world's most strategically important oil chokepoint and the bustling maritime traffic below.
Kazakh Steppe
An endless expanse of golden grasslands and remote settlements stretching toward the Siberian horizon.
Lake Bolshoy Koybash
One of the many mineral-rich lakes surrounding Chelyabinsk that appear as bright spots in the landscape during descent.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid direct sunlight. This side offers better views of the vast Iranian deserts and the industrial outskirts of Chelyabinsk upon landing. Look for the glint of sunlight off the salt pans in central Iran.
Book Hotels in ChelyabinskDistance: 3,421 km (2,126 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 1 min
Departure: DWC (24.896356, 55.161389)
Arrival: CEK (55.305801, 61.5033)
Route Type: International
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