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DXB → ARN
Which side of the plane to sit from Dubai International Airport (Dubai) to Stockholm-Arlanda Airport (Stockholm)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is generally preferred for this route as it offers a front-row seat to the dramatic tectonic folds of the Zagros Mountains and the spectacular island-dotted approach into Stockholm.
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Downtown Dubai
The Burj Khalifa and the city's towering skyline dominate the view during the initial climb.
Zagros Mountains
Incredible salt domes and parallel mountain ridges throughout Southern and Central Iran.
Mount Ararat
On specific flight corridors, the snow-capped peak of Turkey's highest mountain is visible to the east.
Baltic Sea Islands
Look for the large Swedish islands of Gotland and Öland while crossing the sea from Poland.
Stockholm Archipelago
A stunning mosaic of over 30,000 islands and islets during the approach to Arlanda Airport.
The right side is the winner for the arrival phase. The Stockholm Archipelago is one of the world's most beautiful aerial sights, best viewed from this side. For the Iranian transit, ensure your flight is during daylight hours to see the unique geological formations of the Zagros range.
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Dubai Coastline
Glimpse the Palm Jumeirah and the World Islands shortly after departing from DXB.
Anatolian Plateau
Rugged and snowy mountain ranges across Eastern and Central Turkey.
Black Sea Perspective
A vast blue expanse as the plane crosses from the Turkish coast toward Eastern Europe.
Carpathian Mountains
Dense forests and rolling peaks visible while transiting over Romania and Poland.
Lake Mälaren
Intricate shorelines and freshwater basins surrounding the Swedish capital area.
Early morning flights are ideal for the left side to avoid the harsh afternoon sun. This side is better for viewing the man-made islands of Dubai if the aircraft departs towards the Persian Gulf. During the winter, look for the frozen surfaces of smaller Swedish lakes during the descent.
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Get eSIMs for SwedenDistance: 4,785 km (2,973 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 5 hrs 38 min
Departure: DXB (25.252799987800003, 55.3643989563)
Arrival: ARN (59.65190124511699, 17.918600082397)
Route Type: International
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