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Which side of the plane to sit from Zürich Airport (Zurich) to Dublin Airport (Dublin)?

Our Recommendation
8.2

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers the most iconic views, including the Swiss Alps during departure, a chance to see the London skyline, and the best angle for Dublin city center during landing.

Left Side Highlights
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Lake Zurich & Alps

Breathtaking views of the lake and the Glarus Alps immediately after takeoff from ZRH.

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Greater London

On typical flight paths, the sprawl of London and the Thames are visible to the south when crossing over the UK.

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Bristol Channel

The widening estuary separating South Wales from South West England.

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Wicklow Mountains

The rugged, peat-covered peaks of the Irish highlands as you approach from the southeast.

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Dublin City

The best view of the Liffey river, Croke Park, and the city's coastal sprawl during the final descent.

Sit behind the wing to capture the Alps without obstruction. On evening flights, this side experiences beautiful sunset colors over the Atlantic horizon as you descend into Ireland.

Right Side Highlights
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Jura Mountains

The distinctive limestone ridges marking the border between Switzerland and France.

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English Channel

A clear view of the Strait of Dover and the busy shipping lanes between France and England.

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The Cotswolds

Lush, rolling green landscapes and patchwork fields typical of the English countryside.

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Snowdonia Peaks

Distances views of the highest mountains in Wales if the flight path tracks slightly north.

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Howth Head

The dramatic peninsula at the northern end of Dublin Bay seen just before touching down.

Ideal for morning flights to avoid the glare of the southern sun. Keep your camera ready shortly after takeoff to catch the Jura range as you exit Swiss airspace.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,237 km (769 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 39 min

Departure: ZRH (47.464699, 8.54917)

Arrival: DUB (53.421299, -6.27007)

Route Type: International

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