Dubai to Perth is 5,620 miles (9,045 km), a flight of about 9 hours 30 minutes.
The left side wins overall. The Dubai departure offers genuinely spectacular urban and coastal scenery including the Creek, Palm Jumeirah, and the skyline. The Perth arrival on the right is good but the views are more modest. For the bulk of the flight over the Indian Ocean there is nothing to see regardless of side, so the departure experience tips the balance.
Flight Path
The route tracks southeast from Dubai across the Arabian Sea, passing south of the Indian subcontinent over open ocean, then crossing the vast expanse of the Indian Ocean with no significant landmasses. The Cocos Keeling Islands may pass distantly to the south of the flight path. The final approach crosses the southwestern Australian coast near Mandurah before reaching Perth.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from DXB
LEFTDubai International's primary departure runway 30L/30R sends aircraft northwest before turning south. A left-side seat gives you the Dubai Creek, Deira district, and the older city grid as you climb out over the Gulf. The right side faces the desert interior with little of interest.
Landing at JAD
RIGHTJandakot Airport sits south of Perth and aircraft typically approach from the north or northeast on runway 06/24 or 12/30. A right-side seat on approach from the northeast gives you the Swan River, the Perth CBD skyline, and Fremantle Harbour as you descend. The left side faces inland scrubland.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Dubai International (DXB) to Perth Jandakot (JAD)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Dubai to Perth. The left side wins overall. The Dubai departure offers genuinely spectacular urban and coastal scenery including the Creek, Palm Jumeirah, and the skyline. The Perth arrival on the right is good but the views are more modest. For the bulk of the flight over the Indian Ocean there is nothing to see regardless of side, so the departure experience tips the balance.
What can I see during takeoff from Dubai International in Dubai?
During takeoff from Dubai International (DXB), sit on the Left side for the best views. Dubai International's primary departure runway 30L/30R sends aircraft northwest before turning south. A left-side seat gives you the Dubai Creek, Deira district, and the older city grid as you climb out over the Gulf. The right side faces the desert interior with little of interest. Notable sights include: Dubai Creek and Deira waterfront, Palm Jumeirah visible to the southwest, Dubai Marina skyline, Burj Khalifa and Downtown Dubai cluster.
What can I see when landing at Perth Jandakot in Perth?
When landing at Perth Jandakot (JAD), sit on the Right side for the best views. Jandakot Airport sits south of Perth and aircraft typically approach from the north or northeast on runway 06/24 or 12/30. A right-side seat on approach from the northeast gives you the Swan River, the Perth CBD skyline, and Fremantle Harbour as you descend. The left side faces inland scrubland. Notable sights include: Swan River and its broad estuary, Perth CBD skyline, Fremantle Harbour and port, Rottnest Island visible offshore.
How long is the flight from Dubai to Perth?
The flight from Dubai International (DXB) to Perth Jandakot (JAD) takes about 9 hours 30 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 5,620 miles (9,045 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Dubai to Perth flight path pass over?
The route tracks southeast from Dubai across the Arabian Sea, passing south of the Indian subcontinent over open ocean, then crossing the vast expanse of the Indian Ocean with no significant landmasses. The Cocos Keeling Islands may pass distantly to the south of the flight path. The final approach crosses the southwestern Australian coast near Mandurah before reaching Perth.