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PEK → DXB
Which side of the plane to sit from Beijing Capital International Airport (Beijing) to Dubai International Airport (Dubai)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the majestic Tian Shan mountain range mid-flight and typically provides the most iconic view of the Dubai skyline and Burj Khalifa during the final approach into DXB.
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Gobi Desert
The stark, rocky landscapes and vast gravel plains of the Mongolian-Chinese border region.
Tian Shan Range
The 'Celestial Mountains' featuring massive glaciers and some of the highest peaks in Central Asia.
Lake Issyk-Kul
A massive, deep blue alpine lake in Kyrgyzstan that never freezes, visible from high altitude.
Zagros Mountains
Long, parallel limestone ridges forming a unique folded landscape across western Iran.
Dubai Skyline
Exceptional views of the Burj Khalifa and the dense cluster of skyscrapers during the descent into DXB.
The right side is ideal for avoiding the midday sun's glare. Watch for the Tian Shan mountains roughly 4-5 hours into the flight. On descent into Dubai, sit on this side for a higher probability of seeing the Burj Khalifa, especially if the plane approaches from the northeast over the Sharjah area.
Book Hotels in DubaiLoess Plateau
The unique yellow-soiled, terraced landscapes of Gansu and Shaanxi provinces in China.
Qilian Mountains
Glacier-capped peaks marking the northern edge of the vast Tibetan Plateau.
Taklamakan Desert
The southern expanse of one of the world's largest sandy deserts with shifting crescent dunes.
Hindu Kush
Stunningly rugged and desolate high-altitude mountain terrain across Afghanistan.
Persian Gulf Coast
The contrasting turquoise waters meeting the arid, jagged coastline of the Arabian Peninsula.
For day flights, the left side experiences more direct sunlight, which can be harsh for photography. However, it is the best side for viewing the high-altitude peaks of the Hindu Kush. During winter months, the snow coverage on these southern ranges is particularly photogenic.
Get eSIMs for China
Get eSIMs for United Arab EmiratesDistance: 5,845 km (3,632 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 6 hrs 53 min
Departure: PEK (40.0801010131836, 116.58499908447266)
Arrival: DXB (25.252799987800003, 55.3643989563)
Route Type: International
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