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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side is superior for the departure from Dubai, capturing the Burj Khalifa and Palm Jumeirah, followed by the dramatic dunes of the Rub' al Khali and the vast greenery of the Congo Basin.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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Dubai Skyline

Unbeatable views of the Burj Khalifa and the Palm Jumeirah shortly after takeoff from DXB.

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Rub' al Khali

The 'Empty Quarter' offers a mesmerizing sea of orange sand dunes across the Arabian Peninsula.

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Red Sea Coast

Witness the sharp contrast where the turquoise waters of the Red Sea meet the barren desert.

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White Nile Meanders

Look for the winding, snake-like patterns of the Nile river system through Sudan.

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Congo Rainforest

Fly over the world's second-largest tropical rainforest, appearing as a dense, endless green carpet.

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Ilha de Luanda

Upon arrival, view the narrow sandspit and the Atlantic Ocean horizon as the plane maneuvers to land.

The right side is essential for the Dubai departure views. Be aware that the afternoon sun can be intense on this side while flying southwest; keep your window shade down during the hottest hours to avoid cabin heat while over the Congo Basin.

Left Side Highlights
7.8
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Ethiopian Highlands

View the rugged, high-altitude terrain of the 'Roof of Africa' as you cross into the continent.

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Lake Tana

The largest lake in Ethiopia and the source of the Blue Nile is often visible to the south.

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Great Rift Valley

Spot the dramatic geological trenches and tectonic plates that define East Africa's landscape.

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African Savanna

Transition from desert to the vast, golden grasslands of South Sudan and Central Africa.

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Luanda Cityscape

During the final approach, see the dense urban sprawl and inland neighborhoods of the Angolan capital.

Sit on the left for the best views of the high-altitude plateaus in Ethiopia. Since most flights are daytime, the sun will be behind you in the morning, providing excellent lighting for photography of the African interior.

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Route Information

Distance: 5,931 km (3,685 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 6 hrs 59 min

Departure: DXB (25.252799987800003, 55.3643989563)

Arrival: LAD (-8.858369999999999, 13.2312)

Route Type: International

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