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DXB → MAD
Which side of the plane to sit from Dubai International Airport (Dubai) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (Madrid)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides the most iconic views of Dubai's man-made islands upon departure and typically offers a more dramatic perspective of the Northern Alps and the approaching Madrid skyline.
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Palm Jumeirah & World Islands
Unmatched views of Dubai's famous man-made archipelagos immediately after takeoff.
Istanbul & Bosphorus
On more northerly routes, a spectacular view of the bridge connecting Asia and Europe.
Central Alps
Vast panoramic views of the Swiss and Austrian Alps, including snow-capped summits year-round.
French Countryside
The geometric beauty of French agricultural landscapes and the vineyards of the Bordeaux region.
Madrid Skyline
Clear views of the Cuatro Torres Business Area and the metropolitan sprawl during the descent into Barajas.
Window seats on the right are essential for seeing the Dubai coastline features. Since the flight travels west, the sun will be on the left for most of the day, making the right side better for photography with more even lighting and less glare.
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Dubai Creek & Downtown
Aerial perspective of the Burj Khalifa and the historic trade routes of the creek during initial climb.
Taurus Mountains
Dramatic, rugged limestone peaks stretching across southern Turkey.
Adriatic Coastline
The turquoise waters and island-dotted coast of the Balkans and Italy.
Southern Alps
Stunning glaciated peaks of the French and Italian Alps depending on the specific airway.
The Pyrenees
A majestic high-altitude crossing of the mountain range separating France and Spain.
Sit in the forward section to capture the Mediterranean sunset on evening flights. This side is excellent for viewing the rugged interiors of Anatolia and the southern edges of the European mountain belts.
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Get eSIMs for SpainDistance: 5,649 km (3,510 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 6 hrs 39 min
Departure: DXB (25.252799987800003, 55.3643989563)
Arrival: MAD (40.471926, -3.56264)
Route Type: International
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