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KRT → DXB
Which side of the plane to sit from Khartoum International Airport (Khartoum) to Dubai International Airport (Dubai)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides the most iconic views, including the Nile confluence at takeoff, the deep blue of the Red Sea, and the spectacular Dubai skyline on approach.
Nile River Confluence
Visible immediately after takeoff, watch the White Nile and Blue Nile merge in the heart of Khartoum.
Red Sea Reefs
Observe the intricate turquoise coral reef systems along the Saudi Arabian coastline near Jeddah.
Central Arabian Desert
Vast stretches of orange sand dunes and ancient volcanic fields across the interior of Saudi Arabia.
Riyadh Views
On clear days, the distant skyscrapers of the Saudi capital can be spotted to the north.
The Persian Gulf
The dramatic transition from the arid Arabian peninsula to the shimmering turquoise waters of the Gulf.
Dubai World Islands
During the descent into DXB, the man-made archipelago is often clearly visible from the left windows.
Book a window seat on the left for the best chance to see the Burj Khalifa during the final approach. Morning flights (07:00-10:00) offer the best lighting for the desert landscapes without the harsh glare of the midday sun. Dust storms are common in summer, so winter months typically offer much clearer aerial visibility.
Gezira Scheme
One of the world's largest irrigation projects, showing unique green geometric patterns against the desert.
Asir Mountains
The rugged, dark peaks of the southwestern Saudi mountain ranges providing a sharp contrast to the sand.
The Empty Quarter
Glimpses of the northern fringes of the Rub' al Khali, the largest contiguous sand desert in the world.
Jebel Ali Port
The world's largest man-made harbor and its massive container terminals as you enter UAE airspace.
Hajar Mountains
The jagged limestone ridges that define the border between the UAE and Oman.
The right side is ideal for passengers interested in geological formations, specifically the tectonic shifts visible in the Saudi highlands. If flying at night, this side offers a better view of the brightly lit industrial cities and oil refineries along the southern coast of the Persian Gulf.
Distance: 2,603 km (1,617 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 28 min
Departure: KRT (15.589500427246096, 32.55319976806641)
Arrival: DXB (25.252799987800003, 55.3643989563)
Route Type: International
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