The right side captures Dubai's dramatic coastal skyline at departure and Mount Lebanon's foothills at arrival, while the left side mostly overlooks open desert during cruise with little variation.
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Flight Path
Dubai to Beirut is 1,331 miles (2,141 km), a flight of about 3 hours 50 minutes.
Arabian interior desert of Saudi Arabia, the Nafud sand sea, and the highlands of Jordan near Amman are crossed during cruise, though from altitude these appear as vast, relatively featureless tan plains.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from DXB
RIGHTDeparting DXB toward the northwest, the right side of the aircraft faces the Gulf coastline, giving a good look at Dubai's man-made islands and skyline as the plane climbs out over the sea before turning inland.
Landing at BEY
RIGHTOn approach into Beirut from over the Mediterranean, the final turn brings Mount Lebanon's foothills into view on the right side, contrasting sharply with the flat sea crossed just minutes earlier.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Dubai International (DXB) to Beirut International (BEY)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Dubai to Beirut. The right side captures Dubai's dramatic coastal skyline at departure and Mount Lebanon's foothills at arrival, while the left side mostly overlooks open desert during cruise with little variation.
What can I see during takeoff from Dubai International in Dubai?
During takeoff from Dubai International (DXB), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing DXB toward the northwest, the right side of the aircraft faces the Gulf coastline, giving a good look at Dubai's man-made islands and skyline as the plane climbs out over the sea before turning inland. Notable sights include: Palm Jumeirah, Burj Al Arab, Dubai Marina towers, Persian Gulf coastline.
What can I see when landing at Beirut International in Beirut?
When landing at Beirut International (BEY), sit on the Right side for the best views. On approach into Beirut from over the Mediterranean, the final turn brings Mount Lebanon's foothills into view on the right side, contrasting sharply with the flat sea crossed just minutes earlier. Notable sights include: Mount Lebanon range, Beirut's eastern suburbs, Beirut River valley, coastal hills near Jounieh.
How long is the flight from Dubai to Beirut?
The flight from Dubai International (DXB) to Beirut International (BEY) takes about 3 hours 50 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 1,331 miles (2,141 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Dubai to Beirut flight path pass over?
Arabian interior desert of Saudi Arabia, the Nafud sand sea, and the highlands of Jordan near Amman are crossed during cruise, though from altitude these appear as vast, relatively featureless tan plains.