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FRA → DXB
Which side of the plane to sit from Frankfurt am Main Airport (Frankfurt) to Dubai International Airport (Dubai)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side offers a superior vantage point for the snow-capped Austrian Alps early in the flight and a more consistent view of the world-famous Dubai skyline, including the Burj Khalifa, during the standard approach sequence into DXB.
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The Austrian Alps
Spectacular views of the jagged, snow-capped peaks and glaciers of the Eastern Alps shortly after reaching cruising altitude.
The Danube River
Trace the winding path of Europe's iconic waterway as it flows through the Balkan Peninsula toward the Black Sea.
Black Sea Coastline
A beautiful transition as the flight leaves the European mainland and crosses the northern coast of Turkey.
Zagros Mountains
The dramatic, folded rock formations and desert canyons of the Iranian plateau offer incredible textures from above.
Dubai Downtown
A stunning view of the Burj Khalifa and the clustered skyscrapers of Sheikh Zayed Road during the final approach.
For morning departures, the left side is preferable to avoid direct sun glare from the south. During landing, request a seat away from the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the Burj Khalifa. In winter months, keep your camera ready within the first 45 minutes for the best Alpine lighting.
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Lake Constance
A sweeping view of the 'Bodensee' where Germany, Switzerland, and Austria meet against an Alpine backdrop.
Taurus Mountains
Impressive views of the rugged mountain ranges that define the southern rim of the Anatolian plateau in Turkey.
Mesopotamia
Look down upon the historic cradle of civilization between the winding Tigris and Euphrates rivers in Iraq.
Persian Gulf
Clear turquoise waters dotted with oil platforms and cargo ships as the flight nears the United Arab Emirates.
Palm Jumeirah
If the aircraft approaches DXB from the west, the right side offers the most iconic view of the man-made palm islands.
The right side is excellent for afternoon flights to catch the sunset over the desert. If air traffic control directs the plane to loop over the sea before landing, the right side provides the most direct view of the Burj Al Arab and the Palm Jumeirah. Use a polarized filter to cut through the haze often present over the Gulf.
Book Hotels in DubaiDistance: 4,843 km (3,009 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 5 hrs 42 min
Departure: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)
Arrival: DXB (25.252799987800003, 55.3643989563)
Route Type: International
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