About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Dublin (DUB) to East Midlands (EMA)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Dublin to East Midlands. Takeoff views from the right side are significantly more dramatic due to the Wicklow Mountains and Dublin Bay geography. While landing favors the left, the superior takeoff experience and the fact that most of the flight path crosses the Irish Sea (visible from both sides) makes right-side seating the better overall choice for this short route.
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 across Dublin Bay and the Irish Sea toward the Wicklow Mountains, offering immediate dramatic terrain. Left side shows the flat inland plains west of Dublin. Notable sights include: Wicklow Mountains (southeast, appearing as a dark ridge on the horizon), Dublin Bay (directly below during initial climb), Irish Sea (extending north), Howth Peninsula (northern headland of the bay).
What can I see when landing at East Midlands in East Midlands?
When landing at East Midlands (EMA), sit on the Left side for the best views. East Midlands typically lands westbound (runways 27L/27R). Left-side seats face south during approach, showing the Trent Valley and Nottinghamshire landscape. Right side shows less distinctive terrain to the north. Notable sights include: Nottingham city (visible as urban sprawl south of the airport), Trent River (winding through the valley below), East Midlands Airport itself (the runway and taxiways becoming prominent in final approach), Sherwood Forest area (forested terrain to the south).
How long is the flight from Dublin to East Midlands?
The flight from Dublin (DUB) to East Midlands (EMA) takes Approximately 1 hour.
What does the Dublin to East Midlands flight path pass over?
The flight crosses the Irish Sea at roughly 20,000-25,000 feet. The Welsh coast (Anglesey and Conwy Bay area) becomes visible on the left approximately 30 minutes into the flight. The Pennines form a distant ridge on the right (east) side during the approach phase. The flight path takes you over relatively featureless sea for the majority of the journey, with the Midlands plains becoming visible only in the final 15-20 minutes of descent.