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KRT → DWC
Which side of the plane to sit from Khartoum International Airport (Khartoum) to Al Maktoum International Airport (Dubai)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides the iconic view of the Nile confluence at takeoff and the best opportunity to see the Dubai skyline and coastline during the approach to DWC.
Nile Confluence
The unique meeting point of the Blue and White Nile rivers shortly after takeoff from Khartoum.
Red Sea Coast
Glimpses of the coral reefs and crystal clear waters near Port Sudan.
Yanbu Port
Visuals of Saudi Arabia's major Red Sea industrial hub and coastline.
Dubai Coastline
A distant but striking view of the Burj Khalifa and city skyline during the descent.
Sit on the left for the departure to see the 'Kiss of the Nile.' On the arrival into DWC, if the plane approaches from the Gulf, this side offers the only view of the city's famous skyscrapers. Morning flights provide the best lighting for these landmarks.
Hijaz Mountains
The dramatic and rugged mountain ranges of western Saudi Arabia.
Rub' al Khali
The vast, endless orange sand dunes of the Empty Quarter desert.
Arabian Interior
The stark, beautiful emptiness of the Arabian Peninsula's core.
Jebel Ali Port
The massive scale of one of the world's largest man-made harbors near the airport.
The right side is best for geography enthusiasts wanting to see the deep desert. Mid-flight, the Rub' al Khali dunes are spectacular. Avoid this side on afternoon flights to minimize the harsh desert sun glare.
Distance: 2,571 km (1,598 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 26 min
Departure: KRT (15.589500427246096, 32.55319976806641)
Arrival: DWC (24.896356, 55.161389)
Route Type: International
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