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DXB → ADL
Which side of the plane to sit from Dubai International Airport (Dubai) to Adelaide International Airport (Adelaide)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most iconic views during both the departure from Dubai and the final approach into Adelaide. It provides the best perspective of the Dubai skyline and the Spencer Gulf crossing.
Dubai Skyline
Aerial views of the Burj Khalifa and the dense skyscrapers of Downtown Dubai shortly after takeoff.
Al Hajar Mountains
The rugged, arid mountain range stretching across the UAE and Oman border.
Indian Ocean Sunrise
As the flight heads southeast, the left side catches the full glow of the rising sun over the open ocean.
Spencer Gulf
The distinct blue waters and jagged coastline of South Australia's large inlet.
Yorke Peninsula
A clear view of the agricultural patchwork and coastal towns of the peninsula during descent.
Port Adelaide
The historic harbor and maritime infrastructure visible as the plane aligns with the runway.
Book a window seat on the left (A) for a morning arrival to enjoy the sunrise over the Indian Ocean. During takeoff from DXB, if the wind is from the north, you will get a spectacular view of the Palm Jumeirah and the city core. This side is also superior for spotting the Yorke Peninsula before touchdown.
Rub' al Khali
The edge of the 'Empty Quarter' desert, showing massive orange sand dunes near the UAE coast.
The Nullarbor Cliffs
The dramatic limestone cliffs of the Great Australian Bight where the outback meets the Southern Ocean.
Kangaroo Island
The rugged northern coastline of Australia's third-largest island if the flight path tracks slightly south.
Fleurieu Peninsula
Rolling green hills and the famous vineyards of the McLaren Vale region on final approach.
Adelaide Hills
The lush, undulating landscape east of the city, particularly vibrant during the southern hemisphere winter and spring.
The right side (K/L) is preferred for viewing the Great Australian Bight's massive cliffs, which are a highlight of the cross-continental entry. If your flight arrives in the late afternoon, the lighting on the Fleurieu Peninsula vineyards is exceptional. Be aware that most of the mid-flight is over deep ocean with limited features.
Distance: 11,006 km (6,839 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 12 hrs 57 min
Departure: DXB (25.252799987800003, 55.3643989563)
Arrival: ADL (-34.945, 138.53100600000002)
Route Type: International
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