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DYU → FRA
Which side of the plane to sit from Dushanbe Airport (Dushanbe) to Frankfurt am Main Airport (Frankfurt)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior vantage point for the dramatic Gissar Range upon departure and a prime view of the Great Caucasus mountains, including Mount Elbrus, the highest peak in Europe.
Gissar Range
Immediate and spectacular views of the rugged mountains surrounding the Dushanbe valley right after takeoff.
Absheron Peninsula
The prominent hook-shaped landmass extending into the Caspian Sea near the city of Baku.
Mount Elbrus
The double-coned volcanic peak of the Caucasus Mountains stands out prominently above the clouds.
Carpathian Mountains
The arc-shaped mountain range through Romania and Ukraine provides a lush green contrast to the Central Asian segments.
Frankfurt Skyline
During the final approach into FRA, the right side often captures the high-rise financial district known as Mainhattan.
The right side is essential for seeing Mount Elbrus, typically visible about 2.5 to 3 hours into the flight. For the best photography of the Caucasus, ensure your window is clean before takeoff, as the high-altitude glare can be intense. On evening flights, this side catches the golden hour light over the European plains.
Hindu Kush Distant Peaks
On clear days, the southern horizon reveals the high-altitude snowy ridges of the Afghan mountains.
Karakum Desert
The flight traverses the vast, arid landscapes of Turkmenistan with unique dune patterns and salt flats.
Southern Caspian Sea
Views of the deep blue waters and the distant coastal outlines of Iran and Azerbaijan.
Balkan Peninsula
As the plane enters Europe, the rugged terrain of the Balkans and the Bulgarian coast come into view.
Vienna and the Danube
The flight path often passes near the Austrian capital, offering views of the winding Danube River.
Choose the left side for better lighting during morning flights, as the sun will be behind you or to the south. This side offers better views of the desert expanses and the southern European mountain ranges. Look out for the reflected sunlight on the Caspian Sea during midday crossings.
Distance: 4,824 km (2,997 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 5 hrs 41 min
Departure: DYU (38.5433006287, 68.8249969482)
Arrival: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)
Route Type: International
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