Dubrovnik to London is 1,071 miles (1,723 km), a flight of about 2 hours 55 minutes.
The left side wins overall because the Dubrovnik departure delivers a dramatic, immediately recognizable coastal and island panorama, while the right side's reward (Windsor Castle) only appears briefly at the very end of a long, largely unremarkable cruise over central Europe.
Flight Path
Adriatic coastline giving way to the Po Valley in northern Italy, the eastern edge of the Alps near the Italy-Austria-Switzerland border, and the patchwork farmland of eastern France before crossing the English Channel near Kent.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from DBV
LEFTDeparting Dubrovnik on runway 29 climbs northwest right along the Dalmatian coast, giving left-side passengers a sweeping view of the walled Old Town, the harbor, and the Elaphiti Islands scattered across the Adriatic before the coastline fades behind the wing.
Landing at LHR
RIGHTOn the typical westerly approach into Heathrow, aircraft descend over southeast England and turn onto final approach heading west, putting Windsor Castle and the looping Thames on the right side just before touchdown, along with distant glimpses of London's skyline earlier in the descent.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Dubrovnik (DBV) to Heathrow (LHR)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Dubrovnik to London. The left side wins overall because the Dubrovnik departure delivers a dramatic, immediately recognizable coastal and island panorama, while the right side's reward (Windsor Castle) only appears briefly at the very end of a long, largely unremarkable cruise over central Europe.
What can I see during takeoff from Dubrovnik in Dubrovnik?
During takeoff from Dubrovnik (DBV), sit on the Left side for the best views. Departing Dubrovnik on runway 29 climbs northwest right along the Dalmatian coast, giving left-side passengers a sweeping view of the walled Old Town, the harbor, and the Elaphiti Islands scattered across the Adriatic before the coastline fades behind the wing. Notable sights include: Dubrovnik Old Town and city walls, Lokrum Island, Elaphiti Islands, Adriatic coastline.
What can I see when landing at Heathrow in London?
When landing at Heathrow (LHR), sit on the Right side for the best views. On the typical westerly approach into Heathrow, aircraft descend over southeast England and turn onto final approach heading west, putting Windsor Castle and the looping Thames on the right side just before touchdown, along with distant glimpses of London's skyline earlier in the descent. Notable sights include: Windsor Castle, River Thames, Staines Reservoirs, distant London skyline (Canary Wharf/The Shard).
How long is the flight from Dubrovnik to London?
The flight from Dubrovnik (DBV) to Heathrow (LHR) takes about 2 hours 55 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 1,071 miles (1,723 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Dubrovnik to London flight path pass over?
Adriatic coastline giving way to the Po Valley in northern Italy, the eastern edge of the Alps near the Italy-Austria-Switzerland border, and the patchwork farmland of eastern France before crossing the English Channel near Kent.