Dublin to Abu Dhabi flight pathDUBAUH

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Flight time7h 15m
Distance3,691
Heading098° → 140°
Best side
LeftMostly left

While takeoff favors the right for Dublin Bay views, the landing approach on the left provides superior scenery with the Persian Gulf and Omani mountains. Since landing views typically leave stronger impressions on passengers, left wins overall.

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Flight Path

Flight path overview

Dublin to Abu Dhabi is 3,691 miles (5,940 km), a flight of about 7 hours 15 minutes.

The flight path crosses the Mediterranean (visible around 2.5 hours out), passes over southern Turkey and the Levantine coast, then continues southeast over Iraq and Iran's southern regions before descending into the Persian Gulf. The Taurus Mountains in Turkey and the Zagros Mountains in Iran are visible from altitude on clear days, though often obscured by haze. The flight crosses the Strait of Hormuz during final approach to Abu Dhabi.

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Aerial window seat view during takeoff from Dublin (right side) — Dublin Bay with Howth Peninsula to the north, Irish Sea extending to the horizon, Wicklow Mountains as a distant ridge to the southwest, Dublin city sprawl below transitioning to green farmland

Takeoff from DUB

RIGHT

Dublin typically departs eastbound (runways 10L/10R). Right-side seats face north toward Dublin Bay and the Irish Sea, revealing the coastal geography immediately after rotation. Left seats face inland toward the Wicklow Mountains, which are less dramatic during initial climb.

Dublin Bay with Howth Peninsula to the northIrish Sea extending to the horizonWicklow Mountains as a distant ridge to the southwestDublin city sprawl below transitioning to green farmland
DUB DublinHub for Ryanair, Aer Lingus
Aerial window seat view during landing at Abu Dhabi (left side) — Persian Gulf with its shallow turquoise waters, Hajar Mountains on the Oman coast visible across the water, Abu Dhabi city and its coastal development, offshore oil and gas infrastructure

Landing at AUH

LEFT

Abu Dhabi typically lands on runway 31L/31R (northwesterly approach). Left-side seats face northeast toward the Persian Gulf and the Hajar Mountains across the water in Oman. Right seats face inland toward the flat desert interior, which offers minimal visual interest during descent.

Persian Gulf with its shallow turquoise watersHajar Mountains on the Oman coast visible across the waterAbu Dhabi city and its coastal developmentoffshore oil and gas infrastructure
AUH Abu Dhabi InternationalHub for Etihad Airways, Etihad Cargo, Wizz Air Abu Dhabi

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About This Route

Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Dublin (DUB) to Abu Dhabi International (AUH)?

Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Dublin to Abu Dhabi. While takeoff favors the right for Dublin Bay views, the landing approach on the left provides superior scenery with the Persian Gulf and Omani mountains. Since landing views typically leave stronger impressions on passengers, left wins overall.

What can I see during takeoff from Dublin in Dublin?

During takeoff from Dublin (DUB), sit on the Right side for the best views. Dublin typically departs eastbound (runways 10L/10R). Right-side seats face north toward Dublin Bay and the Irish Sea, revealing the coastal geography immediately after rotation. Left seats face inland toward the Wicklow Mountains, which are less dramatic during initial climb. Notable sights include: Dublin Bay with Howth Peninsula to the north, Irish Sea extending to the horizon, Wicklow Mountains as a distant ridge to the southwest, Dublin city sprawl below transitioning to green farmland.

What can I see when landing at Abu Dhabi International in Abu Dhabi?

When landing at Abu Dhabi International (AUH), sit on the Left side for the best views. Abu Dhabi typically lands on runway 31L/31R (northwesterly approach). Left-side seats face northeast toward the Persian Gulf and the Hajar Mountains across the water in Oman. Right seats face inland toward the flat desert interior, which offers minimal visual interest during descent. Notable sights include: Persian Gulf with its shallow turquoise waters, Hajar Mountains on the Oman coast visible across the water, Abu Dhabi city and its coastal development, offshore oil and gas infrastructure.

How long is the flight from Dublin to Abu Dhabi?

The flight from Dublin (DUB) to Abu Dhabi International (AUH) takes about 7 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 3,691 miles (5,940 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.

What does the Dublin to Abu Dhabi flight path pass over?

The flight path crosses the Mediterranean (visible around 2.5 hours out), passes over southern Turkey and the Levantine coast, then continues southeast over Iraq and Iran's southern regions before descending into the Persian Gulf. The Taurus Mountains in Turkey and the Zagros Mountains in Iran are visible from altitude on clear days, though often obscured by haze. The flight crosses the Strait of Hormuz during final approach to Abu Dhabi.