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MRV → DXB
Which side of the plane to sit from Mineralnyye Vody Airport (Mineralnye Vody) to Dubai International Airport (Dubai)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of Europe's highest peak, Mount Elbrus, during departure, followed by the vast salt deserts of Iran and the iconic Dubai skyline upon arrival.
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Mount Elbrus
Look west shortly after takeoff to see the twin-peaked dormant volcano, the highest mountain in Europe.
Mount Ararat
On clear days, the distant snow-capped peak of Ararat can be seen over the Armenian highlands.
Dasht-e Kavir
View the surreal patterns and vibrant colors of the Great Salt Desert in central Iran.
Dubai Skyline
The most iconic view of the Burj Khalifa and the downtown skyscraper cluster during the approach to DXB.
The World Islands
The artificial archipelago shaped like a world map is often visible just before touchdown.
Choose the right side for the most dramatic entry into Dubai; most approaches from the north fly along the coast, placing the Burj Khalifa and the Palm islands squarely in your window. For morning flights, keep your window shade down over Iran to avoid glare until the descent begins. Watch for the stark contrast between the red Iranian deserts and the blue Persian Gulf.
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Greater Caucasus Range
Stunning views of the glaciated peaks of the central Caucasus mountains shortly after takeoff.
Caspian Sea Coast
Glimpses of the Azerbaijani coastline and the Absheron Peninsula near Baku depending on the specific airway.
Zagros Mountains
The dramatic, folded limestone ridges of western Iran provide a moon-like landscape for much of the mid-flight.
Qeshm Island
As you cross the Strait of Hormuz, look for the unique erosional landforms of this large Iranian island.
Sharjah and Deira
During the final descent, views of the older parts of Dubai and the neighboring city of Sharjah.
Sit on the left for better lighting during morning flights as the sun will be behind you. This side is also excellent for spotting the turquoise waters of the Persian Gulf islands during the final 20 minutes of flight. If the flight path is easterly, you might catch the lights of Baku at night.
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Get eSIMs for United Arab EmiratesDistance: 2,383 km (1,481 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 11 min
Departure: MRV (44.22510147094727, 43.08190155029297)
Arrival: DXB (25.252799987800003, 55.3643989563)
Route Type: International
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