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DXB → VOG
Which side of the plane to sit from Dubai International Airport (Dubai) to Volgograd International Airport (Volgograd)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a spectacular vantage point for the Dubai skyline upon departure, the rugged Zagros Mountains, and the majestic Great Caucasus range during the mid-flight segment.
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Dubai Urban Landscape
Aerial views of the Burj Khalifa and the dense skyscrapers of Downtown Dubai shortly after takeoff.
Zagros Mountains
Stunning snow-capped ridges and deep valleys of western Iran's most prominent mountain range.
Baku Coastline
Clear views of the Absheron Peninsula and the modern architectural silhouettes of the Azerbaijan capital.
Caucasus Peaks
The dramatic skyline of the Great Caucasus Mountains, often featuring distant views of Mount Elbrus.
The Volga Bend
The massive, winding curve of the Volga River as the aircraft begins its final descent into Volgograd.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare while viewing the Iranian terrain. Watch closely during the first 10 minutes for Dubai landmarks and the final 20 minutes for the iconic 'Motherland Calls' statue if the approach path aligns with the city center.
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Persian Gulf Islands
A mosaic of turquoise waters and small industrial islands near the UAE and Iranian coastlines.
Dasht-e Kavir
The vast, otherworldly salt deserts of central Iran characterized by unique geological swirls.
Caspian Sea Horizon
A long stretch of flight over the deep blue expanse of the world's largest inland body of water.
Volga-Akhtuba Floodplain
A lush, green contrast to the surrounding steppe, visible just before reaching the Volgograd region.
The right side is ideal for catching the sunrise if you are on an early morning flight. It provides a better angle for the vastness of the Caspian Sea. Keep an eye out for the Volga Delta region to the north of the Caspian, which appears as a complex network of waterways.
Book Hotels in VolgogradDistance: 2,787 km (1,732 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 43 min
Departure: DXB (25.252799987800003, 55.3643989563)
Arrival: VOG (48.78250122070313, 44.34550094604492)
Route Type: International
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