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DXB → TIF
Which side of the plane to sit from Dubai International Airport (Dubai) to Ta’if Regional Airport (Taif)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side is the clear winner for this route, offering the iconic Dubai skyline upon departure, including the Burj Khalifa, and the best views of the vast red dunes of the Empty Quarter before the dramatic approach into the Sarawat Mountains.
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Dubai Downtown
Unbeatable views of the Burj Khalifa and the dense skyscraper forest of Downtown Dubai shortly after takeoff from DXB.
Rub' al Khali
Traverse the northern edges of the Empty Quarter, witnessing the mesmerizing patterns of deep orange longitudinal sand dunes.
Sarawat Mountain Range
As you approach Taif, the flat desert gives way to the rugged, high-altitude peaks of the Sarawat mountains.
Taif Rose Fields
On final descent, look for the green patches of the famous rose plantations and orchards that surround the 'City of Roses'.
Sit on the left (Seat A/K depending on aircraft) for the best chance of seeing the Dubai skyline if departing on Runway 30. During the midday sun, the desert colors are most vibrant, but a sunset flight offers incredible shadows over the dunes. Keep your camera ready during the final 20 minutes of the flight for the mountain terrain.
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Persian Gulf Coast
Clear views of the turquoise coastline and the industrial marvels of Jebel Ali and the UAE shoreline.
The World Islands
A bird's eye view of the artificial archipelago off the coast of Dubai shortly after departure.
Al-Hada Mountain Road
If the flight path approaches from the north, you may spot the famous zigzagging mountain pass that connects Taif to Mecca.
Central Najd Plateau
The vast, rocky expanse of the Arabian interior, showcasing the sheer scale of the Saudi landscape.
The right side is better if you prefer coastal views over cityscapes during takeoff. It also offers a slightly better perspective of the steep Escarpment drop-off if the plane circles north of Taif for landing. Morning flights on this side avoid the direct glare of the sun as you fly westward.
Book Hotels in TaifDistance: 1,569 km (975 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 6 min
Departure: DXB (25.252799987800003, 55.3643989563)
Arrival: TIF (21.483001, 40.543442)
Route Type: International
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