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DXB → SKP
Which side of the plane to sit from Dubai International Airport (Dubai) to Skopje Alexander the Great Airport (Skopje)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the iconic Dubai skyline during takeoff, the rugged Taurus Mountains of Turkey, and a clearer view of the Balkan peaks during the final descent into Macedonia.
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Dubai Skyline
Unmatched views of the Burj Khalifa and the downtown cluster immediately after departure from DXB.
Mesopotamian Plains
The vast desert landscapes and winding paths of the Euphrates and Tigris rivers in Iraq.
Taurus Mountains
Dramatic, often snow-capped peaks spanning the southern coast of Turkey.
Aegean Horizon
Distant views of the turquoise waters and the jagged coastline of Western Turkey and Greece.
Pirin National Park
The UNESCO-listed alpine scenery of Bulgaria with its granite peaks and glacial lakes.
On morning departures, the left side is shaded, providing better visibility without sun glare. For the best view of the Burj Khalifa, hope for a western takeoff. During the winter, the snow cover on the Bulgarian mountains is exceptionally beautiful on this side.
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Persian Gulf
The vibrant blue waters and artificial islands along the coast of the UAE.
Anatolian Plateau
The unique volcanic topography and high-altitude steppes of central Turkey.
Istanbul & Marmara
Views of the Sea of Marmara and the sprawling outskirts of Istanbul to the north.
Rila Mountains
Home to Musala, the highest peak in the Balkans, visible as you cross into Bulgarian airspace.
Vardar Valley
The fertile green heartland of Macedonia following the river path toward Skopje.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to catch the sunset over the Balkan Peninsula. If the flight path tracks slightly north, you may catch a glimpse of the Black Sea coast. Keep an eye out for the Seven Rila Lakes area when passing over Bulgaria.
Book Hotels in SkopjeDistance: 3,601 km (2,238 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 14 min
Departure: DXB (25.252799987800003, 55.3643989563)
Arrival: SKP (41.961601, 21.621401)
Route Type: International
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