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Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Dublin (DUB) to Los Angeles International (LAX)?

Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Dublin to Los Angeles. While takeoff from Dublin favors left seats, the landing approach into LAX on right seats is more visually rewarding—the Pacific coastline and Santa Monica Bay are more dramatic than Dublin's departure. Right seats capture the final descent over the ocean and coastal approach, which is the flight's visual highlight.

What can I see during takeoff from Dublin in Dublin?

During takeoff from Dublin (DUB), sit on the Left side for the best views. Dublin typically departs eastbound (runways 10L/10R). Left seats face north initially, giving views of Dublin Bay, the Irish Sea, and the Wicklow Mountains inland. Right seats face south toward the city itself, which is less dramatic at altitude. Notable sights include: Dublin Bay (immediate offshore), Wicklow Mountains (distant inland to southwest), Irish Sea extending to the horizon, Howth Peninsula (northern headland).

What can I see when landing at Los Angeles International in Los Angeles?

When landing at Los Angeles International (LAX), sit on the Right side for the best views. LAX typically lands westbound (runways 24L/24R). Right seats face south during approach, offering views of the Pacific Ocean, Santa Monica Bay, and the Los Angeles coastline. Left seats face north toward inland urban sprawl with less visual interest. Notable sights include: Pacific Ocean (dominant feature), Santa Monica Bay and beaches, Los Angeles urban grid, San Gabriel Mountains (distant inland).

How long is the flight from Dublin to Los Angeles?

The flight from Dublin (DUB) to Los Angeles International (LAX) takes Approximately 9 hours 15 minutes to 9 hours 45 minutes.

What does the Dublin to Los Angeles flight path pass over?

The flight path crosses the Atlantic at high altitude (typically 35,000-43,000 feet), passing over the North Atlantic with no visible landmarks for roughly 6 hours. Approaching North America, the flight descends over Newfoundland and the Canadian Maritimes, then crosses the continental US interior (Great Lakes region, Great Plains, and Rocky Mountains visible during descent). The Rockies appear as a distant ridge on the southern horizon during the approach into California. The entire transatlantic segment offers only ocean and cloud; the most notable geographic features visible are during the final 2 hours approaching the US West Coast.