Glasgow to Dublin flight pathGLADUB

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Flight time50m
Distance184
Heading204° → 203°
Best side
Right
★ 1.5 left·★ 3.5 right

The right side wins both the departure and arrival segments, offering the dramatic Firth of Clyde and Arran peaks on takeoff and Dublin Bay with Howth peninsula on landing, while the left side offers comparatively flat, unremarkable terrain throughout this short flight.

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Flight Path

Flight path overview

Glasgow to Dublin is 184 miles (296 km), a flight of about 50 minutes.

Open Irish Sea with occasional visibility of the Isle of Man's coastline depending on exact routing

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Phase by phase

Takeoff from GLA

RIGHT

Departing GLA on runway 23 toward the southwest, the right side offers views over the Firth of Clyde with the peaks of Arran and the Ayrshire coastline unfolding below. The left side mostly shows the flatter Clyde valley and suburban Glasgow.

Firth of ClydeIsle of Arran peaksAyrshire coastlinePrestwick area
GLA GlasgowHub for Loganair
Aerial window seat view during landing at Dublin (right side) — Dublin Bay, Howth Head peninsula, Dublin city skyline, River Liffey estuary

Landing at DUB

RIGHT

On approach to Dublin's runway 28 from over the Irish Sea, the right side reveals Dublin Bay with the Howth peninsula jutting into the water, followed by the city skyline as the aircraft descends. The left side shows mostly open sea until touchdown.

Dublin BayHowth Head peninsulaDublin city skylineRiver Liffey estuary
DUB DublinHub for Ryanair, Aer Lingus

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About This Route

Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Glasgow (GLA) to Dublin (DUB)?

Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Glasgow to Dublin. The right side wins both the departure and arrival segments, offering the dramatic Firth of Clyde and Arran peaks on takeoff and Dublin Bay with Howth peninsula on landing, while the left side offers comparatively flat, unremarkable terrain throughout this short flight.

What can I see during takeoff from Glasgow in Glasgow?

During takeoff from Glasgow (GLA), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing GLA on runway 23 toward the southwest, the right side offers views over the Firth of Clyde with the peaks of Arran and the Ayrshire coastline unfolding below. The left side mostly shows the flatter Clyde valley and suburban Glasgow. Notable sights include: Firth of Clyde, Isle of Arran peaks, Ayrshire coastline, Prestwick area.

What can I see when landing at Dublin in Dublin?

When landing at Dublin (DUB), sit on the Right side for the best views. On approach to Dublin's runway 28 from over the Irish Sea, the right side reveals Dublin Bay with the Howth peninsula jutting into the water, followed by the city skyline as the aircraft descends. The left side shows mostly open sea until touchdown. Notable sights include: Dublin Bay, Howth Head peninsula, Dublin city skyline, River Liffey estuary.

How long is the flight from Glasgow to Dublin?

The flight from Glasgow (GLA) to Dublin (DUB) takes about 50 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 184 miles (296 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.

What does the Glasgow to Dublin flight path pass over?

Open Irish Sea with occasional visibility of the Isle of Man's coastline depending on exact routing