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MAA → DXB
Which side of the plane to sit from Chennai International Airport (Madras) to Dubai International Airport (Dubai)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most iconic arrival experience, providing a front-row seat to the Dubai skyline, the Burj Khalifa, and the man-made islands during the standard approach over the Persian Gulf.
Pulicat Lake
Depending on the takeoff direction, you may see this large brackish water lagoon north of Chennai.
Al Hajar Mountains
The dramatic, jagged limestone peaks marking the border between Oman and the UAE during the descent.
Burj Khalifa
The world's tallest building is clearly visible during the standard approach into Dubai International Airport.
The World Islands
The unique archipelago shaped like a world map is best viewed from the right side during the final descent.
Sharjah Skyline
A clear view of the neighboring emirate of Sharjah as the plane aligns with the DXB runways.
The right side is essential for the 'Dubai View.' Most flights from the east arrive via the 'DESDI' waypoint, banking over the Gulf for a landing on Runway 12. This maneuver puts the entire Dubai skyline and the Palm Jumeirah directly in view of right-side passengers. Opt for a window seat ahead of the wing for an unobstructed photo of the Burj Khalifa.
Chennai Suburbs
View of the dense urban sprawl of southern Chennai and the Coromandel Coast immediately after takeoff.
Western Ghats
The southern portion of the UNESCO-listed mountain range, featuring lush green ridges and steep escarpments.
Arabian Sea
A long stretch of deep blue waters during the mid-flight cruise across the Indian Ocean's northwestern arm.
Omani Coastline
Views of the rugged, arid coast of Oman as the flight makes landfall on the Arabian Peninsula.
Choose this side if you are on an early morning flight to avoid the direct glare of the sun, which will be on the right. This side is also excellent for spotting the southern desert dunes of the UAE if the approach path takes a more southerly route over the Empty Quarter.
Distance: 2,933 km (1,822 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 55 min
Departure: MAA (12.990005493164062, 80.16929626464844)
Arrival: DXB (25.252799987800003, 55.3643989563)
Route Type: International
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