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DXB โ COK
Which side of the plane to sit from Dubai International Airport (Dubai) to Cochin International Airport (Kochi)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a more diverse landscape, featuring the rugged Hajar Mountains shortly after takeoff and the lush, green Western Ghats during the descent into Kerala.
Hajar Mountains
Dramatic, jagged peaks of the Al Hajar range in Oman visible shortly after leaving UAE airspace.
Gulf of Oman
The deep blue waters where the desert meets the sea along the Omani coastline.
Western Ghats
The misty, forest-covered mountain range that runs parallel to the Indian coast.
Kerala Backwaters
A glimpse of the complex network of lagoons and canals as the plane descends.
Lush Greenery
The iconic 'God's Own Country' landscape characterized by dense coconut groves and tropical vegetation.
On morning flights, the left side is shaded from direct sunlight, offering perfect lighting for photographing the Omani mountains. As you approach India, this side provides the best view of the Western Ghats' ridge line before the final turn into Kochi. Avoid seats over the wing for the clearest view of the terrain transition.
Dubai Skyline
Aerial views of the Burj Khalifa and downtown Dubai depending on the takeoff runway and departure route.
Arabian Sea Horizon
Uninterrupted views of the horizon, especially stunning during sunset flights from DXB to COK.
Malabar Coastline
The golden sands and crashing waves of the Arabian Sea as the flight nears the Indian subcontinent.
Kochi Port
Activity at one of India's largest ports, including container terminals and naval vessels.
Vypin Island
The scenic islands and bridges surrounding the Kochi metropolitan area during the final approach.
Choose the right side for evening flights to experience a breathtaking sunset over the Arabian Sea. If the flight takes a southern departure route from DXB, you may catch a glimpse of the Palm Jumeirah. During the monsoon season (JuneโSeptember), this side offers dramatic views of storm clouds gathering over the ocean.
Distance: 2,783 km (1,729 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 43 min
Departure: DXB (25.252799987800003, 55.3643989563)
Arrival: COK (10.152, 76.401901)
Route Type: International
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