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DXB → GYD
Which side of the plane to sit from Dubai International Airport (Dubai) to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (Baku)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides the most dramatic views of the Dubai skyline upon departure and the best angle for spotting the Baku city center and its iconic Flame Towers during the final approach over the Caspian Sea.
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Dubai Skyline
Unrivaled views of the Burj Khalifa and the Downtown Dubai district shortly after takeoff from DXB.
The World Islands
A clear aerial perspective of the artificial archipelago shaped like a map of the world.
Zagros Mountains
Striking views of the snow-capped peaks and rugged ridges of western Iran's primary mountain range.
Baku Flame Towers
As the plane banks for its final approach, the city's modern architectural landmarks are often visible.
Caspian Shoreline
The dramatic transition from the arid Iranian plateau to the deep blue waters of the Caspian Sea.
Choose a window seat forward of the wing to capture the Zagros Mountains without engine heat distortion. Morning flights are ideal for this side to have the sun behind the plane, illuminating the Iranian landscape and Baku's coastline perfectly.
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Palm Jumeirah
A glimpse of the world-famous man-made palm-shaped island depending on the departure vector.
Kish Island
The coral-fringed Iranian resort island visible as a bright jewel in the turquoise Persian Gulf.
Lake Maharloo
A seasonal salt lake near Shiraz that frequently displays a unique pink or reddish hue from the air.
Offshore Oil Rigs
Industrial clusters and platforms dotting the Caspian Sea as you enter Azerbaijani airspace.
Absheron Peninsula
The distinctive 'beak' of Azerbaijan that juts out into the Caspian, marking the final stage of the flight.
Look out for the pink salt lakes in Iran during the middle of the flight; they are most vibrant in the summer months. For night flights, this side offers a spectacular view of the illuminated oil infrastructure in the Caspian Sea.
Book Hotels in BakuDistance: 1,762 km (1,095 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 21 min
Departure: DXB (25.252799987800003, 55.3643989563)
Arrival: GYD (40.46749877929688, 50.04669952392578)
Route Type: International
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