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SVX → DXB
Which side of the plane to sit from Koltsovo Airport (Yekaterinburg) to Dubai International Airport (Dubai)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Caspian coastline, the dramatic folded structures of the Zagros Mountains, and the world-famous Dubai skyline upon arrival.
South Ural Mountains
Dense forests and ancient rocky ridges visible shortly after takeoff from SVX.
Caspian Sea
The sprawling coastline of the world's largest inland sea near Baku.
Caucasus Peaks
Distant views of snow-capped mountains on the horizon near the Azerbaijan border.
Zagros Mountains
Spectacular limestone ridges and deep canyons throughout western Iran.
Persian Gulf Islands
Turquoise waters and various islands like Kish and Qeshm before landing.
Dubai Skyline
Unrivaled views of the Burj Khalifa and the Palm islands on the final approach.
The right side is essential for the iconic Dubai arrival; most flights land on Runway 30, placing the city skyline and coast directly in view. For evening flights, the sunset over the Persian Gulf provides a stunning backdrop to the Zagros mountain range. Ensure you have a window seat away from the wing for the best photography.
Kazakh Steppe
Vast, golden-hued arid plains stretching across western Kazakhstan.
Mount Damavand
The iconic 5,610m volcanic peak visible to the east while passing Tehran.
Dasht-e Kavir
Incredible salt crust patterns and desert landscapes in central Iran.
Shiraz City
A bird's-eye view of the historic city and the nearby seasonal salt lakes.
Choose the left side for morning flights to enjoy the sunrise over the Alborz range. It is also the better side for avoiding the harsh direct sunlight during the long southward leg across Iran in the afternoon. Keep an eye out for the unique geological formations of the Iranian plateau.
Distance: 3,529 km (2,193 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 9 min
Departure: SVX (56.743099212646, 60.802700042725)
Arrival: DXB (25.252799987800003, 55.3643989563)
Route Type: International
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