LAD → DXB

Ethiopian Highlands

High-altitude views of the rugged Simien Mountains and deep river gorges that define the Horn of Africa.

Rub' al Khali

Cross the 'Empty Quarter,' the world's largest contiguous sand desert, featuring spectacular star-shaped dunes.

Hajar Mountains

The jagged limestone peaks of the Hajar range signal the final descent into the United Arab Emirates.

Palm Jumeirah

A classic view of Dubai's man-made islands is frequently visible on the right side during the final descent into DXB.

Dubai South

See the massive development of Expo City and the industrial landscape of the Al Maktoum area before landing.

Congo Basin

Fly over the world's second-largest rainforest, seeing vast stretches of dense green canopy in the first hours of flight.

Sahel Transition

Witness the stark ecological shift as the lush vegetation of Central Africa gives way to the arid Sahel and southern Sahara.

The White Nile

Spot the winding paths of the Nile river system as the flight crosses through South Sudan and Sudan.

Red Sea Coastline

Views of the turquoise waters and coral reefs near Port Sudan before crossing into the Arabian Peninsula.

Dubai Skyline

On certain approach patterns, catch a glimpse of the Burj Khalifa and the dense skyscrapers of Downtown Dubai.