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LAX → DXB
Which side of the plane to sit from Los Angeles International Airport (Los Angeles) to Dubai International Airport (Dubai)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the superior experience for this route, featuring dramatic views of the southern Greenland coastline, the Caspian Sea, and most importantly, the iconic approach into Dubai showing the Burj Khalifa and man-made islands.
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Mojave Desert
Aerial views of the stark, beautiful desert landscapes and dry lake beds of the American Southwest.
Greenland Glaciers
The jagged mountains and massive icebergs floating in the sea along Greenland's southern coast.
Caspian Sea
The world's largest inland body of water, often crossing near the vibrant coastline of Baku.
Dubai Skyline
A front-row seat to the Burj Khalifa and the high-rise density of Downtown Dubai during descent.
The World Islands
The famous man-made archipelago shaped like a world map, visible just before touchdown at DXB.
The right side is essential for the arrival phase. Most flight paths into Dubai International Airport (DXB) approach from the Persian Gulf, placing the Burj Khalifa and the Palm Jumeirah on the starboard side. For photography, the morning light during a sunrise arrival (common for LAX-DXB) illuminates the Dubai skyline perfectly. In the middle of the flight, this side typically offers better views of the dramatic mountainous terrain of Southern Greenland compared to the flatter interior seen from the left.
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Sierra Nevada
Spectacular views of the rugged, snow-capped peaks of eastern California shortly after takeoff.
Baffin Island
Deeply carved Arctic fjords and massive glacial valleys of Canada's northernmost territories.
Arctic Ice Cap
The vast, surreal white expanse of the high Arctic as the plane crosses the polar region.
Caucasus Mountains
Towering peaks between the Black and Caspian Seas, marking the border of Europe and Asia.
Tehran Skyline
A sprawling view of the Iranian capital situated against the backdrop of the Alborz Mountains.
The left side is the optimal choice for night flights during winter months, as it faces the northern horizon, providing the best opportunity to witness the Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights) during the long polar crossing. During the day, it offers a more expansive view of the central Greenland ice sheet. Be sure to dim your cabin lights and use a blanket to cover your head and the window to reduce glare for the best aurora viewing.
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Get eSIMs for United Arab EmiratesDistance: 13,400 km (8,326 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 15 hrs 46 min
Departure: LAX (33.94250107, -118.4079971)
Arrival: DXB (25.252799987800003, 55.3643989563)
Route Type: International
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