Loading map...
HKT → DXB
Which side of the plane to sit from Phuket International Airport (Phuket) to Dubai International Airport (Dubai)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic Al Hajar Mountains during the descent and the iconic Dubai skyline, including the Burj Khalifa, during the standard approach into DXB.
Phang Nga Bay
Breathtaking views of limestone karsts and emerald waters immediately after departure from Phuket.
Andaman Sea
Clear views of the Similan Islands and the vast expanse of the Indian Ocean.
Coromandel Coast
The plane typically makes landfall over the southern tip of India near Chennai.
Western Ghats
Lush, cloud-covered mountain ranges as the flight crosses from eastern to western India.
Al Hajar Mountains
Rugged, Martian-like terrain of the Omani and UAE mountain ranges during the final hour.
Dubai Skyline
If the flight approaches from the south, the Burj Khalifa and Downtown Dubai are perfectly framed.
Select a window seat forward of the wing for unobstructed views of the Dubai skyline. For evening flights, this side also captures the sun setting over the Arabian Sea. Watch for the transition from the deep blue sea to the stark orange sands of the UAE desert about 30 minutes before landing.
Phuket Northern Beaches
Aerial views of Sirinat National Park and the white sands of Mai Khao Beach during takeoff.
Deccan Plateau
The intricate mosaic of agricultural fields and rural villages across the heart of South India.
Arabian Sea Shipping Lanes
Observe massive cargo ships and tankers navigating the primary trade route to the Strait of Hormuz.
Sharjah Cityscape
Views of the cultural capital of the UAE and its lagoons during the final approach pattern.
The World Islands
If the aircraft performs a northern loop over the Persian Gulf, these man-made islands are visible.
The right side is ideal for night flights to avoid the glare of the setting sun. It offers better views of the Northern Emirates coastline if the airport is operating on a northern arrival pattern (Runway 12). During the day, keep an eye out for the distinct circular irrigation patterns in the Indian interior.
Distance: 4,927 km (3,061 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 5 hrs 48 min
Departure: HKT (8.1132, 98.316902)
Arrival: DXB (25.252799987800003, 55.3643989563)
Route Type: International
Thank you for booking your travels through our travel partners. The commissions from your bookings keep this site running.