The right side only gets a brief mountain glimpse right after takeoff before miles of flat plains and open ocean take over. The left side carries that same ocean crossing but adds a genuinely scenic arrival, with Dublin Bay's coastline and the Wicklow Mountains framing the final descent, giving it more sustained visual interest across the whole flight.
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Flight Path
Denver to Dublin is 4,380 miles (7,049 km), a flight of about 8 hours 50 minutes.
Boreal lake country of Ontario and Quebec, the Labrador coastline, and a long stretch of the North Atlantic Ocean before the Irish coast comes into view.
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from DEN
RIGHTDEN's south-facing runways send departures briefly south before turning northeast, and during that initial climb the Front Range foothills and snow-capped peaks sit on the right side of the cabin. Once the turn toward the transatlantic route is complete, the mountains fall away and the Great Plains take over for both sides.
Landing at DUB
LEFTDublin's prevailing westerlies mean most arrivals land on runway 28, approaching from the east and descending over Dublin Bay before the final turn. On the left side, passengers get the curve of the bay, the Liffey estuary, and the rounded summits of the Wicklow Mountains rising on the southern horizon.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Denver International (DEN) to Dublin (DUB)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Denver to Dublin. The right side only gets a brief mountain glimpse right after takeoff before miles of flat plains and open ocean take over. The left side carries that same ocean crossing but adds a genuinely scenic arrival, with Dublin Bay's coastline and the Wicklow Mountains framing the final descent, giving it more sustained visual interest across the whole flight.
What can I see during takeoff from Denver International in Denver?
During takeoff from Denver International (DEN), sit on the Right side for the best views. DEN's south-facing runways send departures briefly south before turning northeast, and during that initial climb the Front Range foothills and snow-capped peaks sit on the right side of the cabin. Once the turn toward the transatlantic route is complete, the mountains fall away and the Great Plains take over for both sides. Notable sights include: Front Range foothills, Longs Peak on the horizon, Denver's suburban grid, South Platte River valley.
What can I see when landing at Dublin in Dublin?
When landing at Dublin (DUB), sit on the Left side for the best views. Dublin's prevailing westerlies mean most arrivals land on runway 28, approaching from the east and descending over Dublin Bay before the final turn. On the left side, passengers get the curve of the bay, the Liffey estuary, and the rounded summits of the Wicklow Mountains rising on the southern horizon. Notable sights include: Dublin Bay coastline, River Liffey estuary, Dublin Port, Wicklow Mountains.
How long is the flight from Denver to Dublin?
The flight from Denver International (DEN) to Dublin (DUB) takes about 8 hours 50 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 4,380 miles (7,049 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Denver to Dublin flight path pass over?
Boreal lake country of Ontario and Quebec, the Labrador coastline, and a long stretch of the North Atlantic Ocean before the Irish coast comes into view.