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KBL → DXB
Which side of the plane to sit from Hamid Karzai International Airport (Kabul) to Dubai International Airport (Dubai)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior sequence of views, starting with the snow-capped Hindu Kush mountains and culminating in the iconic Burj Khalifa and Downtown Dubai skyline during the standard landing approach.
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Hindu Kush Peaks
Breathtaking views of the jagged, high-altitude mountain ranges immediately following takeoff from Kabul.
Dasht-e Margo
A view of the 'Desert of Death' in southern Afghanistan with its unique rocky and sandy textures.
Hajar Mountains
The dramatic, dark volcanic mountain range that defines the border between Oman and the UAE.
Downtown Dubai
Unrivaled views of the Burj Khalifa and the dense skyscraper clusters on the standard final approach.
Book a morning flight to see the Hindu Kush illuminated by the rising sun. Ensure you are on the left for the standard Runway 30 landing approach, which provides the classic view of the Dubai skyline. During winter months, the visibility is often clearer for mountain spotting.
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Rugged mountainous terrain and deep valleys characteristic of central Afghanistan.
Gulf of Oman
The transition from the arid coastline of Iran to the deep blue waters of the Gulf.
The World Islands
An aerial perspective of the massive man-made archipelago located off the Dubai coast.
Jumeirah Coastline
Views of the Burj Al Arab and the white sandy beaches of the Jumeirah district during descent.
Choose the right side if you are flying in the late afternoon to avoid the direct glare of the sun on your window. This side is also excellent if the airport is operating with a Runway 12 arrival, which brings the aircraft over the Persian Gulf for a coastal view.
Book Hotels in DubaiDistance: 1,686 km (1,048 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 15 min
Departure: KBL (34.565899, 69.212303)
Arrival: DXB (25.252799987800003, 55.3643989563)
Route Type: International
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