While the right side gets a nice DC skyline moment at takeoff, the left side offers glimpses of the Canadian Maritime coastline during cruise and the far more dramatic Dublin Bay and city approach on landing, giving it more sustained visual interest across the full flight.
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Flight Path
Washington to Dublin is 3,395 miles (5,464 km), a flight of about 6 hours 45 minutes.
Nova Scotia and Newfoundland coastlines, the Grand Banks, and several hours of open North Atlantic Ocean before the Irish coast comes into view
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from IAD
RIGHTDeparting IAD to the north, the aircraft banks right to pick up its northeastward routing toward New England and Canada, swinging the Washington DC skyline and Potomac River into view on the right side. It's a brief but distinctive urban glimpse before the plane settles onto its transatlantic heading.
Landing at DUB
LEFTDublin's prevailing westerly landings mean the final approach crosses Dublin Bay and the city before touchdown, putting the harbor, River Liffey mouth, and city rooftops on the left side of the aircraft. The Wicklow Mountains are often visible as a soft blue backdrop to the south.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Washington Dulles International (IAD) to Dublin (DUB)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Washington to Dublin. While the right side gets a nice DC skyline moment at takeoff, the left side offers glimpses of the Canadian Maritime coastline during cruise and the far more dramatic Dublin Bay and city approach on landing, giving it more sustained visual interest across the full flight.
What can I see during takeoff from Washington Dulles International in Washington?
During takeoff from Washington Dulles International (IAD), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing IAD to the north, the aircraft banks right to pick up its northeastward routing toward New England and Canada, swinging the Washington DC skyline and Potomac River into view on the right side. It's a brief but distinctive urban glimpse before the plane settles onto its transatlantic heading. Notable sights include: Washington Monument, U.S. Capitol dome, Potomac River, downtown DC skyline.
What can I see when landing at Dublin in Dublin?
When landing at Dublin (DUB), sit on the Left side for the best views. Dublin's prevailing westerly landings mean the final approach crosses Dublin Bay and the city before touchdown, putting the harbor, River Liffey mouth, and city rooftops on the left side of the aircraft. The Wicklow Mountains are often visible as a soft blue backdrop to the south. Notable sights include: Dublin Bay, River Liffey estuary, Dublin city center, Wicklow Mountains (distant south).
How long is the flight from Washington to Dublin?
The flight from Washington Dulles International (IAD) to Dublin (DUB) takes about 6 hours 45 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 3,395 miles (5,464 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Washington to Dublin flight path pass over?
Nova Scotia and Newfoundland coastlines, the Grand Banks, and several hours of open North Atlantic Ocean before the Irish coast comes into view