The right side wins on both ends of this short flight: Dublin Bay and Howth at departure, then the Firth of Forth and Edinburgh's skyline on arrival, while the left side mostly faces inland farmland and open sea.
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Flight Path
Dublin to Edinburgh is 209 miles (336 km), a flight of about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Irish Sea crossing with the Isle of Man visible off to the east, followed by the Solway Firth and the hills of Dumfries and Galloway as the coast of Scotland comes into view
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from DUB
RIGHTDeparting Dublin on runway 28, the aircraft climbs west then banks right toward Scotland, swinging the right side of the cabin over Dublin Bay and the city. This gives passengers a clear look at Dublin's coastline and Howth Head before heading out over the Irish Sea.
Landing at EDI
RIGHTOn approach to Edinburgh's runway 24, aircraft typically track in from the northeast along the Firth of Forth before turning onto final, putting the city and estuary on the right side of the cabin. Passengers get views of central Edinburgh, Arthur's Seat, and the Forth's bridges before the Pentland Hills appear ahead on landing.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Dublin (DUB) to Edinburgh (EDI)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Dublin to Edinburgh. The right side wins on both ends of this short flight: Dublin Bay and Howth at departure, then the Firth of Forth and Edinburgh's skyline on arrival, while the left side mostly faces inland farmland and open sea.
What can I see during takeoff from Dublin in Dublin?
During takeoff from Dublin (DUB), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing Dublin on runway 28, the aircraft climbs west then banks right toward Scotland, swinging the right side of the cabin over Dublin Bay and the city. This gives passengers a clear look at Dublin's coastline and Howth Head before heading out over the Irish Sea. Notable sights include: Dublin Bay, Howth Head peninsula, Dublin city centre and docklands, North Dublin coastline toward Malahide.
What can I see when landing at Edinburgh in Edinburgh?
When landing at Edinburgh (EDI), sit on the Right side for the best views. On approach to Edinburgh's runway 24, aircraft typically track in from the northeast along the Firth of Forth before turning onto final, putting the city and estuary on the right side of the cabin. Passengers get views of central Edinburgh, Arthur's Seat, and the Forth's bridges before the Pentland Hills appear ahead on landing. Notable sights include: Firth of Forth, Edinburgh city skyline with Arthur's Seat, Forth bridges, Pentland Hills on the horizon.
How long is the flight from Dublin to Edinburgh?
The flight from Dublin (DUB) to Edinburgh (EDI) takes about 1 hour 5 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 209 miles (336 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Dublin to Edinburgh flight path pass over?
Irish Sea crossing with the Isle of Man visible off to the east, followed by the Solway Firth and the hills of Dumfries and Galloway as the coast of Scotland comes into view