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DXB → ZRH
Which side of the plane to sit from Dubai International Airport (Dubai) to Zürich Airport (Zurich)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior vantage point for the dramatic Zagros Mountains, the massive Lake Van in Turkey, and a panoramic sweep of the Austrian and Swiss Alps during the final hour of flight.
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The Persian Gulf
Turquoise waters and offshore industrial platforms shortly after takeoff from the UAE.
Zagros Mountains
Striking, folded geological formations along the border region of Iraq and Iran.
Lake Van
The stunning turquoise-blue waters of the largest lake in Turkey, often clearly visible from altitude.
The Danube
A crossing over the 'Blue Danube' as the flight path traverses Eastern Europe toward the Alps.
The Alpine Chain
A spectacular sequence of the Austrian and Swiss Alps, including glaciers and high peaks.
Lake Constance
The massive body of water bordering Germany, Austria, and Switzerland visible just before descent.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight, providing better conditions for photography. Keep a close watch roughly 3-4 hours into the flight for Lake Van. As you enter European airspace, the right side offers a more consistent view of the Alpine peaks without the sun's glare reflecting off the wing.
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Dubai Skyline
Immediate views of the Burj Khalifa and the Palm Jumeirah during the climb out of DXB.
Mesopotamian Basin
The winding paths of the Tigris and Euphrates rivers cutting through the Iraqi desert landscape.
Taurus Mountains
Snow-capped peaks and rugged limestone ridges across southern Turkey.
Mediterranean Glimpses
Distances views of the Turkish Riviera and the deep blue Mediterranean Sea.
Zurich Highlands
Lush green Swiss hills and small villages during the final descent into the airport.
Choose the left side for the best departure views of Dubai's architecture. On afternoon flights, this side will be facing the sun, so keep your window shade down periodically to manage cabin heat and glare. During the landing phase, the left side often offers the best view of Lake Zurich if the flight approaches from the north.
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Get eSIMs for SwitzerlandDistance: 4,768 km (2,963 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 5 hrs 37 min
Departure: DXB (25.252799987800003, 55.3643989563)
Arrival: ZRH (47.464699, 8.54917)
Route Type: International
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