The right side wins overall because the Alpine approach into Munich is one of the most dramatic arrival sequences in central Europe, and the right seat also captures the English Channel crossing and parts of the Rhine valley during the cruise. The Dublin departure views on the left are good but shorter-lived.
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Flight Path
Dublin to Munich is 858 miles (1,381 km), a flight of about 2 hours 20 minutes.
The flight tracks southeast over Wales and the English Channel near the Severn Estuary, then crosses northern France over the Ardennes plateau, enters German airspace over the Rhine Rift Valley near Karlsruhe, and descends across the Swabian Alb and Bavarian plain toward Munich. The Rhine River and its broad valley are clearly visible from cruise altitude on the right side.
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from DUB
LEFTDublin typically departs eastward on runway 28/10, and a left-side seat gives you views back over Dublin Bay, the Liffey estuary, and the city centre as you climb out. You also get a clear look at the Wicklow Mountains to the south as the aircraft turns southeast.
Landing at MUC
RIGHTMunich Airport typically uses westerly approaches on runway 26, meaning the aircraft comes in from the east. A right-side seat gives you views of the Bavarian Alps to the south, including the clear profile of the Zugspitze massif and the Alpine foothills, while the flat Bavarian plain and the Isar River valley are visible below.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Dublin (DUB) to Munich (MUC)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Dublin to Munich. The right side wins overall because the Alpine approach into Munich is one of the most dramatic arrival sequences in central Europe, and the right seat also captures the English Channel crossing and parts of the Rhine valley during the cruise. The Dublin departure views on the left are good but shorter-lived.
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 eastward on runway 28/10, and a left-side seat gives you views back over Dublin Bay, the Liffey estuary, and the city centre as you climb out. You also get a clear look at the Wicklow Mountains to the south as the aircraft turns southeast. Notable sights include: Dublin Bay, River Liffey estuary, Wicklow Mountains, Howth Head peninsula.
What can I see when landing at Munich in Munich?
When landing at Munich (MUC), sit on the Right side for the best views. Munich Airport typically uses westerly approaches on runway 26, meaning the aircraft comes in from the east. A right-side seat gives you views of the Bavarian Alps to the south, including the clear profile of the Zugspitze massif and the Alpine foothills, while the flat Bavarian plain and the Isar River valley are visible below. Notable sights include: Bavarian Alps including Zugspitze massif, Isar River valley, Chiemsee lake, Munich city centre.
How long is the flight from Dublin to Munich?
The flight from Dublin (DUB) to Munich (MUC) takes about 2 hours 20 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 858 miles (1,381 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Dublin to Munich flight path pass over?
The flight tracks southeast over Wales and the English Channel near the Severn Estuary, then crosses northern France over the Ardennes plateau, enters German airspace over the Rhine Rift Valley near Karlsruhe, and descends across the Swabian Alb and Bavarian plain toward Munich. The Rhine River and its broad valley are clearly visible from cruise altitude on the right side.