PER → DXB

Perth CBD & Swan River

Excellent views of the Western Australian capital and the winding river immediately after takeoff from PER.

Rottnest Island

Look for the distinct white sand beaches and turquoise waters of this famous island off the coast of Fremantle.

Indian Ocean Sunset

On late afternoon departures, this side provides front-row seats to a spectacular ocean sunset as you head northwest.

Empty Quarter

The vast, rolling orange dunes of the Rub' al Khali desert become visible as you enter the Arabian Peninsula.

Dubai Skyline

Standard arrival patterns often place the Burj Khalifa and the Sheikh Zayed Road skyscrapers on the left side during descent.

Darling Scarp

If departing to the north, you will see the forested hills of the Darling Range to the east of the airport.

Gascoyne Coast

Depending on the specific flight path, you may see the rugged coastline of Northwest Australia before heading out to sea.

Al Hajar Mountains

The dramatic, jagged peaks of the Omani mountain range are a stunning sight just before the descent into the UAE.

The World Islands

If the aircraft circles over the Persian Gulf for arrival, the right side often gets a clear view of these man-made archipelagos.

Port Rashid

Aerial views of the massive shipping lanes and the historic Dubai Creek area during the final seconds of flight.