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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers the most iconic views of the Dubai skyline upon departure, better angles of the Western Zagros mountain ridges in Iran, and a superior perspective of the Ural Mountains and the 'Europe-Asia' border during the descent into Yekaterinburg.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Dubai Coastline

Breathtaking views of the Burj Khalifa, the World Islands, and the Palm Jumeirah shortly after takeoff from DXB.

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Zagros Mountains

Rugged, snow-capped peaks and deep limestone canyons of Western Iran providing dramatic shadows in the afternoon.

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Caspian Sea Coast

A view of the deep blue waters of the world's largest inland body of water as the flight traverses the Iranian/Russian border.

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Volga-Don Basin

Vast, geometric agricultural patterns of Southern Russia, showcasing the scale of the region's farming industry.

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The Ural Foothills

The transition from the Russian steppes into the dense taiga forests that mark the approach to Yekaterinburg.

For the best view of the Dubai skyline, choose a window seat on the left side (Seat A). On daytime flights, this side avoids the harshest direct sunlight when flying northbound. As you approach SVX, watch for the distinct change from flat plains to the rolling, forested hills of the Urals.

Right Side Highlights
7.8
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Dasht-e Kavir Desert

The stunning salt flats and swirling geological formations of the Great Salt Desert in central Iran.

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Mount Damavand

On clear days, the distant but majestic peak of the highest volcano in Asia can be spotted to the northeast.

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Kazakh Steppe

The immense, golden-hued grasslands of the northern Caspian depression stretching toward the horizon.

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Industrial Urals

Aerial views of the massive industrial complexes and mining towns that define the economy of the Sverdlovsk region.

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Arctic Airflow

In winter, this side offers a spectacular view of the frozen landscape and crystalline ice patterns on the ground.

The right side is excellent for early morning flights to catch the sunrise over the Iranian deserts. If you are interested in geology, the rock formations in the Dasht-e Kavir are world-class. Be aware that the sun will be on this side for a significant portion of a northbound morning flight, which may require closing the window shade to avoid heat.

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Route Information

Distance: 3,529 km (2,193 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 9 min

Departure: DXB (25.252799987800003, 55.3643989563)

Arrival: SVX (56.743099212646, 60.802700042725)

Route Type: International

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