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EBL → DXB
Which side of the plane to sit from Erbil International Airport (Erbil) to Dubai International Airport (Dubai)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior sequence of landscapes, transitioning from the historic Mesopotamian marshes to the modern skyline of Kuwait and the iconic Burj Khalifa during the approach into Dubai.
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Mesopotamian Marshes
The lush, green wetlands of southern Iraq, a UNESCO site where the Tigris and Euphrates converge.
Shatt al-Arab
The historic waterway near Basra marking the border region between Iraq and Iran.
Kuwait City
The distinctive Kuwait Towers and the Al Hamra skyscraper are often visible as you track along the coastline.
Saudi Oil Infrastructure
Geometric patterns of oil fields and coastal industrial hubs in the Eastern Province.
Burj Khalifa & Downtown
The ultimate view of the world's tallest building and the Dubai skyline during the standard approach into DXB.
This is the prime side for the 'money shot' of the Burj Khalifa. For afternoon flights, the sun will be behind you, providing perfect lighting for photos of the Mesopotamian Delta and the Dubai coast.
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Zagros Mountains
Dramatic views of the snow-capped peaks and rugged ridges of the Kurdish region shortly after takeoff.
Lake Dukan
A glimpse of the largest lake in Iraqi Kurdistan, surrounded by limestone cliffs.
Kish Island
A prominent oval-shaped Iranian resort island visible as a turquoise gem in the Persian Gulf.
Sharjah Skyline
Dense clusters of high-rises and the Al Noor Mosque visible just before the final descent into DXB.
Sit on the left for morning flights to see the sun illuminate the Zagros range. It is also the better side for viewing the Iranian coastline if the flight path stays further east over the Gulf.
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Get eSIMs for United Arab EmiratesDistance: 1,634 km (1,015 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 11 min
Departure: EBL (36.23759841918945, 43.96319961547852)
Arrival: DXB (25.252799987800003, 55.3643989563)
Route Type: International
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