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DXB → LUN
Which side of the plane to sit from Dubai International Airport (Dubai) to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport Lusaka (Lusaka)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side is superior for this route as it offers the iconic Dubai skyline on departure, the deepest sections of the Ethiopian Highlands, and a high probability of spotting Mount Kilimanjaro in the distance as you traverse East Africa.
Dubai Skyline
Unmatched views of the Burj Khalifa and Downtown Dubai shortly after takeoff if departing towards the south.
Empty Quarter
The rolling orange dunes of the Rub' al Khali, the world's largest contiguous sand desert, visible over Saudi Arabia.
Simien Mountains
Dramatic jagged peaks and deep precipices of the Ethiopian Highlands, often called the Roof of Africa.
East African Rift
The visible geological fracture of the Great Rift Valley cutting through the heart of Ethiopia and Kenya.
Mount Kilimanjaro
On clear days, the snow-capped peak of Africa's highest mountain is visible on the horizon to the southeast while over Kenya.
Book a window seat on the left (Port) side for a daylight flight. The morning sun illuminates the Ethiopian mountains beautifully. To see Mount Kilimanjaro, keep your eyes on the horizon roughly 4-5 hours into the flight. If departing at night, the left side provides the best views of the lit-up Dubai Creek and Sheikh Zayed Road.
Palm Jumeirah
Excellent views of the man-made islands and the World Islands project during the initial climb from DXB.
Red Sea Crossing
The stunning contrast between the deep blue Red Sea and the arid coastlines of Sudan and Eritrea.
Lake Tana
The expansive circular lake in Ethiopia which serves as the primary source of the Blue Nile.
Lake Victoria
The western edge of the world's second-largest freshwater lake visible as you cross the equator.
Muchinga Escarpment
The lush green ridges and valleys of northern Zambia as the aircraft begins its descent into Lusaka.
The right side is ideal for capturing the sunset if you are on an afternoon departure. It also provides a better view of the Blue Nile's path from Lake Tana. During the descent into Lusaka, the right side offers a broad perspective of the Zambian plateau's unique 'dambo' wetlands.
Distance: 5,373 km (3,339 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 6 hrs 19 min
Departure: DXB (25.252799987800003, 55.3643989563)
Arrival: LUN (-15.3308000565, 28.4526004791)
Route Type: International
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