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LHE → DXB
Which side of the plane to sit from Alama Iqbal International Airport (Lahore) to Dubai International Airport (Dubai)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers spectacular views of the rugged Balochistan coastline, the unique hammerhead-shaped peninsula of Gawadar, and the dramatic fjords of the Musandam Peninsula during the descent.
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Makran Coastal Range
Stunning views of the moon-like, eroded mountain formations along the Pakistani coast.
Gawadar Port
The iconic hammerhead peninsula and the deep-sea port clearly visible from high altitude.
Musandam Peninsula
The dramatic rocky fjords and turquoise waters of Oman's northern tip during the descent.
Dubai Skyline
A prime view of the Burj Khalifa and the skyscrapers along Sheikh Zayed Road on standard landing patterns.
The right side is the premier choice for this route. Request a window seat away from the wing to fully capture the Makran mountains. On arrival into DXB, if the plane lands from the north, you will get an iconic view of the Burj Khalifa and the Palm Jumeirah. Afternoon flights provide excellent lighting for photography of the Omani fjords.
Book Hotels in DubaiLahore Cityscape
Aerial views of the Walled City and the sprawling suburbs of Lahore immediately after takeoff.
Indus River Plains
The vast green agricultural heartland of Punjab and the winding path of the Indus River.
Gulf of Oman
The deep blue transition from the Arabian Sea toward the approach into the UAE.
Dubai Creek
Views of the historical trading areas of Deira and Bur Dubai during the final approach.
Select the left side for morning departures to avoid the harsh glare of the sun. This side is excellent for observing the intricate irrigation networks of the Sindh province and the contrast between the fertile plains and the desert as you move south.
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Get eSIMs for United Arab EmiratesDistance: 1,985 km (1,233 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 39 min
Departure: LHE (31.5216007232666, 74.40360260009766)
Arrival: DXB (25.252799987800003, 55.3643989563)
Route Type: International
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