While left offers excellent Christchurch departure views, right provides superior scenery on approach to Dublin with the Wicklow Mountains, Dublin Bay, and coastal features. The landing experience outweighs the takeoff advantage.
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Flight Path
Christchurch to Dublin is 11,748 miles (18,906 km), a flight of about 17 hours 25 minutes.
This ultra-long-haul route crosses the Indian Ocean, passes over or near the Horn of Africa region, crosses the Arabian Peninsula and Middle East airspace, traverses the Mediterranean, and approaches Europe from the south. Notable geographic features along typical routing include the Red Sea, Suez Canal region, and the North African coast. The flight typically follows established oceanic and continental airways with minimal visible landmarks during the 8-10 hour oceanic crossing phase.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from CHC
LEFTLeft side captures the Southern Alps immediately west of Christchurch, including Mount Cook visible on clear days. Right side shows the flat Canterbury Plains extending inland with minimal elevation change.
Landing at DUB
RIGHTRight side provides views of the Irish coastline, Dublin Bay, and the Wicklow Mountains as the aircraft descends into Dublin. Left side shows the Irish Sea and less distinctive terrain.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Christchurch International (CHC) to Dublin (DUB)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Christchurch to Dublin. While left offers excellent Christchurch departure views, right provides superior scenery on approach to Dublin with the Wicklow Mountains, Dublin Bay, and coastal features. The landing experience outweighs the takeoff advantage.
What can I see during takeoff from Christchurch International in Christchurch?
During takeoff from Christchurch International (CHC), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side captures the Southern Alps immediately west of Christchurch, including Mount Cook visible on clear days. Right side shows the flat Canterbury Plains extending inland with minimal elevation change. Notable sights include: Southern Alps (Mount Cook/Aoraki), Banks Peninsula, Canterbury Plains, Pegasus Bay coastline.
What can I see when landing at Dublin in Dublin?
When landing at Dublin (DUB), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side provides views of the Irish coastline, Dublin Bay, and the Wicklow Mountains as the aircraft descends into Dublin. Left side shows the Irish Sea and less distinctive terrain. Notable sights include: Dublin Bay, Wicklow Mountains, Irish coastline (Howth Peninsula), River Liffey estuary.
How long is the flight from Christchurch to Dublin?
The flight from Christchurch International (CHC) to Dublin (DUB) takes about 17 hours 25 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 11,748 miles (18,906 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Christchurch to Dublin flight path pass over?
This ultra-long-haul route crosses the Indian Ocean, passes over or near the Horn of Africa region, crosses the Arabian Peninsula and Middle East airspace, traverses the Mediterranean, and approaches Europe from the south. Notable geographic features along typical routing include the Red Sea, Suez Canal region, and the North African coast. The flight typically follows established oceanic and continental airways with minimal visible landmarks during the 8-10 hour oceanic crossing phase.