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DXB → TPE
Which side of the plane to sit from Dubai International Airport (Dubai) to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (Taipei)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is superior for this long-haul eastbound flight, offering spectacular distant views of the Himalayan range during the mid-flight segment and potentially iconic views of the Dubai skyline during departure.
Dubai Skyline
Unmatched views of the Burj Khalifa and the downtown cluster if departing toward the north-east.
Makran Coast
The rugged, lunar-like landscapes of the Iranian and Pakistani coastal mountain ranges.
Himalayan Panorama
On clear days, the distant snow-capped peaks of the world's highest mountains are visible to the north while crossing India.
Yunnan Plateaus
Dramatic high-altitude terrain and deep river gorges as the flight traverses Southwestern China.
Pearl River Delta
Aerial perspective of the massive urban sprawl including Guangzhou and Shenzhen before hitting the coast.
Taiwan Strait
The final descent over the busy shipping lanes leading into the northern tip of Taiwan.
Book a window seat ahead of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. For the best Himalayan views, keep your window shade open during the 4th to 6th hours of the flight. This side is also better for catching the sunrise if taking the common overnight service from DXB.
The World Islands
A clear view of the man-made archipelago off the coast of Dubai shortly after takeoff.
Gulf of Oman
Sparkling turquoise waters and busy oil tankers traversing the Strait of Hormuz.
Bengal Delta
The intricate network of rivers and lush greenery of the Ganges-Brahmaputra delta.
Hong Kong Coast
Distant views of the islands and outskirts of Hong Kong depending on the specific flight corridor.
Western Taiwan Coast
Views of the industrial ports and coastal wind farms as the plane lines up for TPE.
The right side is excellent for seeing the man-made islands of Dubai during initial climb. During the day, expect significant glare as the sun moves across the southern sky; keep your dimming or shade active until approaching the East Asian coast.
Distance: 6,555 km (4,073 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 7 hrs 43 min
Departure: DXB (25.252799987800003, 55.3643989563)
Arrival: TPE (25.0777, 121.233002)
Route Type: International
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