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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers the most dramatic scenery, featuring the rugged Zagros Mountains and the iconic high-rise skyline of Dubai during the final approach.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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Caucasus Peaks

Distant views of the snow-capped Great Caucasus range, marking the boundary between Europe and Asia.

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Lake Urmia

An endorheic salt lake in Iran known for its striking reddish or orange hues due to algae and salt crusts.

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Zagros Mountains

Extensive folded mountain ranges stretching across Iran with spectacular ridge patterns and deep valleys.

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Dubai Skyscrapers

The unrivaled skyline featuring the Burj Khalifa and the dense clusters of towers along Sheikh Zayed Road.

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The World Islands

The artificial archipelago shaped like a world map, clearly visible during the descent into DXB.

The right side is the premium choice for the arrival phase. Most flights into DXB approach from the northwest over the Persian Gulf; the right side provides the classic view of the Burj Khalifa and the city's coastal developments. On clear winter days, the Zagros Mountains appear particularly sharp.

Left Side Highlights
7.2
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Caspian Sea Coastline

Aerial views of the western Caspian shore and the industrial landscapes of the Absheron Peninsula.

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Baku Cityscape

The capital of Azerbaijan and its modern architecture, including the Flame Towers, are often visible.

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Dasht-e Kavir

The Great Salt Desert of Iran, showcasing vast, cracked salt flats and unique geological patterns.

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Strait of Hormuz

A strategic maritime chokepoint where you can spot massive oil tankers navigating the narrow passage.

Sit here if you enjoy coastal views and the vastness of the Iranian desert. For day flights, this side usually avoids direct sun glare in the late afternoon when flying south, providing clearer conditions for photography of the Caspian region.

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Route Information

Distance: 2,787 km (1,732 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 43 min

Departure: VOG (48.78250122070313, 44.34550094604492)

Arrival: DXB (25.252799987800003, 55.3643989563)

Route Type: International

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