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DXB → CAN
Which side of the plane to sit from Dubai International Airport (Dubai) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (Guangzhou)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side (Port) offers superior views of the dramatic Musandam Peninsula, distant views of the Himalayas/Tibetan Plateau on northern tracks, and the iconic karst landscape of Southern China without the harsh southern sun glare.
Dubai Skyline
Breathtaking views of the Burj Khalifa and the man-made islands shortly after takeoff from DXB.
Musandam Fjords
The rugged, dramatic 'Norway of Arabia' coastline where the mountains of Oman meet the sea.
Western Ghats
Lush green mountain ranges and waterfalls visible as the flight crosses the Indian subcontinent.
Mekong River
A clear view of the winding Mekong River as it flows through the borders of Myanmar, Laos, and Thailand.
Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau
The spectacular high-altitude landscapes and jagged peaks of Southwest China as you begin descent.
Guangzhou North
Views of the expanding urban sprawl and green hills of northern Guangdong province during the final approach.
On this eastbound route, the left side faces north, protecting you from direct sunlight and glare during daytime flights. For overnight flights arriving at dawn, this side offers a soft, reflected glow over the mountains of South China. Keep your window shade open 90 minutes before landing to catch the limestone formations.
Arabian Sea
Vast, deep blue waters stretching toward the horizon during the initial hours of the flight.
Laccadive Sea Atolls
Possible distant glimpses of the coral atolls off the southwestern coast of India.
Bay of Bengal
Expansive views of the ocean crossing between India and the Indochina Peninsula.
Bangkok Distant Glow
On more southerly routes at night, the massive light pollution of Bangkok can be seen to the south.
Pearl River Delta
The world's busiest waterway filled with cargo ships and the impressive bridges connecting the region.
The right side faces south, meaning you will encounter significant sun glare during daylight hours. However, the descent into Guangzhou from the south often provides a spectacular view of the Pearl River and the dense urban clusters of Shenzhen and Dongguan. Use a polarized filter for photos to manage the haze and reflection.
Distance: 5,827 km (3,621 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 6 hrs 51 min
Departure: DXB (25.252799987800003, 55.3643989563)
Arrival: CAN (23.39240074157715, 113.29900360107422)
Route Type: International
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