Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Dubai to Madras. The right side delivers the more consistently rewarding experience across the full flight. While the left side has a strong takeoff showing Dubai's iconic coastline, the right side on approach into Chennai offers the spectacular Marina Beach and Bay of Bengal arrival. During the cruise, the right side also faces generally southward, giving better views of the Arabian Sea and the Indian coastline as the route tracks southeast across the subcontinent.

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 southeast toward India. A left-side seat captures the Dubai Creek, Deira district, and the dense urban grid of old Dubai as the aircraft banks right over the city. The Palm Jumeirah and the downtown skyline including Burj Khalifa appear on the left as the aircraft climbs out over the Gulf. Notable sights include: Dubai Creek and Deira waterfront, Burj Khalifa and Downtown Dubai skyline, Palm Jumeirah artificial island, Dubai Marina coastline.

When landing at Chennai International (MAA), sit on the Right side for the best views. Chennai International typically uses runway 07 for arrivals from the west, meaning the aircraft approaches from the west heading east. A right-side seat on approach gives a clear view of the Bay of Bengal coastline, Marina Beach — one of the longest urban beaches in the world — and the city's coastal layout before touchdown. The left side faces inland toward the city interior with less dramatic scenery. Notable sights include: Marina Beach and Bay of Bengal coastline, Chennai city coastal grid, Ennore port and industrial waterfront to the north, Adyar River mouth.

The flight from Dubai International (DXB) to Chennai International (MAA) takes Approximately 3 hours 30 minutes to 4 hours.

The route crosses the Arabian Sea after departing the UAE coast, passing south of Oman and over open ocean for a significant portion. The Indian coastline appears on approach near Mumbai or Goa depending on routing, with the Western Ghats visible as a low ridge running parallel to the coast in the distance. The Deccan Plateau's flat, arid interior dominates the final overland segment before descending into Chennai.