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Our Recommendation
8.7

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers spectacular views of the Eastern Himalayas and the rugged transition from the Tibetan Plateau to the Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau during the final third of the flight.

Left Side Highlights
8.7
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Sharjah and Ajman

Dense urban sprawl and turquoise coastlines of the Northern Emirates shortly after takeoff.

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Eastern Himalayas

Distant but breathtaking views of snow-capped peaks as the flight passes north of India and Bangladesh.

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Indus River Delta

The massive, winding silver veins of the Indus River as it traverses through Pakistan.

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Hengduan Mountains

Dramatic vertical relief and deep river gorges as you enter China's Yunnan province.

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Tibetan Plateau Fringe

High-altitude landscapes where the clouds often sit lower than the mountain ridges.

Sit on the left (port) side for a chance to spot the high Himalayan peaks in the distance. For daytime flights, this side generally avoids the harshest glare of the southern sun. During the descent into Kunming, the mountain geography becomes significantly more dramatic on this side.

Right Side Highlights
7.4
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Burj Khalifa & Downtown

A stunning aerial view of the world's tallest building and Dubai's skyline depending on the takeoff direction.

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Gulf of Oman

Deep blue expanses and the rugged coastline of the Musandam Peninsula.

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Indian Heartland

A vast tapestry of agricultural fields and the dense urban centers of Central India.

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Irrawaddy River

The winding path of Myanmar's primary waterway through tropical green landscapes.

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Thar Desert

The arid golden sands of the Great Indian Desert stretching toward the horizon.

The right side is ideal for capturing the Dubai skyline immediately after takeoff if departing toward the southeast. However, be prepared for significant sun glare throughout the middle of the flight as the plane moves eastward. Excellent for sunset views if the flight is timed for a late afternoon arrival.

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Route Information

Distance: 4,760 km (2,958 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 5 hrs 36 min

Departure: DXB (25.252799987800003, 55.3643989563)

Arrival: KMG (25.101944399999997, 102.9291667)

Route Type: International

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