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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side is generally superior for this route, offering a spectacular view of Mount Ararat and the vivid salt lakes of Iran and Turkey, while benefiting from favorable lighting during typical daytime departures.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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The World Islands

A clear view of the massive artificial archipelago shaped like a world map just off the Dubai coast.

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Lake Urmia

The striking, often reddish-tinted waters of this massive endorheic salt lake in northwestern Iran.

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Mount Ararat

The iconic, snow-capped dormant volcano where the borders of Turkey, Armenia, and Iran meet.

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Caucasus Range

Distant but majestic views of the high mountain peaks stretching between the Black and Caspian Seas.

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Warsaw Vistula

A beautiful view of the Vistula River winding through the city and the modern skyscrapers of the central district on descent.

The right side is the 'Ararat Side'; keep your window shade open about 2.5 to 3 hours into the flight. For morning departures, this side avoids the direct glare of the sun over the Middle East, making photography much easier.

Left Side Highlights
8.2
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Dubai Skyline

Unrivaled views of the Burj Khalifa and the dense cluster of skyscrapers in Business Bay shortly after departure.

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Zagros Mountains

Dazzling views of the folded limestone ridges and deep canyons across the Iranian plateau.

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Black Sea Coast

Observe the transition from the rugged Turkish coastline into the vast expanse of the Black Sea.

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Carpathian Mountains

The sweeping, forested arcs of the Transylvanian Alps are visible as the flight enters European airspace.

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Polish Lowlands

The characteristic patchwork of green and gold agricultural fields that define the landscape of Central Poland.

Opt for the left side if you are flying in the late afternoon to catch the sunset over the European continent. It also provides the best perspective of Dubai's urban sprawl during the initial climb out of DXB.

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Route Information

Distance: 4,156 km (2,582 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 53 min

Departure: DXB (25.252799987800003, 55.3643989563)

Arrival: WAW (52.1656990051, 20.9671001434)

Route Type: International

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