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HAS → DXB
Which side of the plane to sit from Ha'il Airport (Hail) to Dubai International Airport (Dubai)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Arabian Peninsula's industrial scale and the iconic Dubai skyline during the approach. You will fly over the world's largest oil field and the historic Al-Ahsa Oasis before witnessing the architectural marvels of Dubai from a prime angle.
Ad Dahna Desert
The striking 'river of red sand' that connects the Great Nafud to the Empty Quarter.
Al-Ahsa Oasis
The world's largest self-contained oasis with millions of date palms creating a massive green sea.
Ghawar Oil Field
Aerial view of the world's largest onshore oil field with its vast network of roads and facilities.
The World Islands
Dubai's unique man-made archipelago visible during the final descent phase.
Downtown Dubai
A breathtaking panoramic view of the Burj Khalifa and the concentrated cluster of skyscrapers.
The right side is unbeatable for the approach into DXB. To see the city lights and the Burj Khalifa clearly, book a flight that arrives in the evening. Keep your camera ready as soon as the plane begins its descent over the UAE, as the coastal architecture appears rapidly.
Great Nafud Fringe
The northern edge of the reddish sand dunes near Hail as you depart.
Al Qassim Agriculture
Geometric circular irrigation patterns appearing as green dots in the desert expanse.
Jubail Industrial City
Massive coastal infrastructure and industrial complexes near the Arabian Gulf.
Arabian Gulf Coastline
The stark contrast between the turquoise waters of the Gulf and the pale desert sands.
Sharjah Cityscape
Dense urban views of Dubai's neighbor including its lagoons and high-rises.
Choose the left side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you and enjoy the vibrant colors of the Arabian Gulf. This side is also excellent for seeing the sheer scale of the industrial developments along the northeastern coast of Saudi Arabia.
Distance: 1,384 km (860 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 51 min
Departure: HAS (27.437901, 41.686298)
Arrival: DXB (25.252799987800003, 55.3643989563)
Route Type: International
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