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GYD → DXB
Which side of the plane to sit from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (Baku) to Dubai International Airport (Dubai)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic folded ridges of the Zagros Mountains and the iconic artificial islands of Dubai during the final approach.
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Baku Bay
Aerial view of the Crescent Development and the flame towers shortly after departing GYD.
Zagros Mountains
Stunning geological formations with sharp ridges and deep valleys stretching across the Iranian interior.
Qeshm Island
The distinctive dolphin-shaped island in the Strait of Hormuz with its vibrant coastal sediments.
The World Islands
The famous artificial archipelago shaped like a world map visible as the plane descends over the Persian Gulf.
Downtown Dubai
A breathtaking view of the Burj Khalifa and the dense skyscrapers of Sheikh Zayed Road during the landing sequence.
This is the premier side for photography. For the best views of the Zagros Mountains, book a daytime flight to see the snow-capped peaks and complex geology. On the approach to DXB, the right side is most likely to see the Palm Jumeirah and Burj Al Arab if the plane lands from the northwest. Watch for the oil rigs in the Persian Gulf which glow brightly at night.
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Caspian Sea Horizon
Deep blue vistas of the world's largest inland body of water shortly after takeoff from Baku.
Elburz Mountains
Distal views of the rugged peaks in northern Iran, occasionally catching a glimpse of Mount Damavand in the distance.
Central Iranian Plateau
Vast stretches of the Dasht-e Kavir desert with its unique salt patterns and arid textures.
Sharjah Skyline
The dense urban landscape of Sharjah appearing just before the aircraft turns for the Dubai approach.
Choose this side if you are flying during the early morning to avoid the direct glare of the sun. While less mountainous than the right, it offers a serene view of the Caspian Sea. If the flight path takes a more easterly route, you may see the lights of Tehran at night.
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Get eSIMs for United Arab EmiratesDistance: 1,762 km (1,095 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 21 min
Departure: GYD (40.46749877929688, 50.04669952392578)
Arrival: DXB (25.252799987800003, 55.3643989563)
Route Type: International
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