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SVO → DXB
Which side of the plane to sit from Sheremetyevo International Airport (Moscow) to Dubai International Airport (Dubai)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side offers a spectacular progression from the snow-capped Caucasus to the dramatic layered ridges of the Zagros Mountains, culminating in a coastal approach over the Persian Gulf.
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Mount Elbrus
Spot the highest peak in Europe, a dormant volcano with twin cones, in the Caucasus range.
Caucasus Mountains
Dramatic views of the jagged, snow-dusted border between Europe and Asia.
Zagros Mountains
Incredible geological folds and canyons visible as you traverse the length of Iran.
Persian Gulf
The deep blue waters of the Gulf dotted with oil tankers and artificial islands.
Dubai Skyline
Iconic views of the world's tallest building and Downtown Dubai during the descent.
The Right Side is superior for mountain lovers. Watch for Mount Elbrus about 2-3 hours after departure. For the best Dubai skyline view, hope for a Runway 12 approach where the plane circles back over the Gulf. Sit behind the wing for the clearest photography and avoid the glare of the afternoon sun.
Book Hotels in DubaiVolga River Delta
Witness the intricate network of channels as Europe's longest river meets the Caspian Sea.
Caspian Sea
Fly along the eastern coastline of the world's largest inland body of water.
Dasht-e Kavir
Marvel at the vast salt marshes and alien-like patterns of the Great Salt Desert in Iran.
Sharjah Cityscape
Views of the neighboring emirate of Sharjah as you begin the final descent into the hub.
The Left Side is ideal for seeing the sunrise if on an overnight flight from Moscow. It provides an excellent angle for the vast Iranian deserts and the northern approach into DXB over Sharjah. Use a flight tracker to spot the Volga Delta as it enters the sea roughly 2 hours into the flight.
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Get eSIMs for United Arab EmiratesDistance: 3,712 km (2,307 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 22 min
Departure: SVO (55.972599, 37.4146)
Arrival: DXB (25.252799987800003, 55.3643989563)
Route Type: International
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