While takeoff offers interesting Mediterranean views from the right, the landing approach from the left provides more dramatic and varied scenery—Dublin Bay, the Howth Peninsula, the city itself, and distant mountains. The left side captures the more visually rewarding final descent.
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Flight Path
Ibiza to Dublin is 1,069 miles (1,720 km), a flight of about 3 hours 15 minutes.
The flight path crosses the Bay of Biscay and the Celtic Sea. Notable features include the Pyrenees (visible as a distant mountain range to the south during the initial climb), the Iberian Peninsula's western edge, the Atlantic coastline of Portugal and western France (if visible during cruise), and the Celtic Sea's open water. The flight passes west of the UK, so no major UK landmarks are typically visible. The Irish coast becomes visible during descent, with the Wicklow Mountains and Dublin Bay appearing in the final 30 minutes of approach.
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from IBZ
RIGHTRight-side seats offer views of Ibiza's northern coastline and the Balearic Sea as the aircraft climbs northwestward. You'll see the island's rugged northern cliffs and the transition from land to open Mediterranean water.
Landing at DUB
LEFTLeft-side seats provide excellent views during the descent into Dublin. You'll see the Irish coastline, Dublin Bay, and the city's urban sprawl as you approach from the southeast. The Wicklow Mountains are visible inland to the south.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Ibiza (IBZ) to Dublin (DUB)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Ibiza to Dublin. While takeoff offers interesting Mediterranean views from the right, the landing approach from the left provides more dramatic and varied scenery—Dublin Bay, the Howth Peninsula, the city itself, and distant mountains. The left side captures the more visually rewarding final descent.
What can I see during takeoff from Ibiza in Ibiza?
During takeoff from Ibiza (IBZ), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of Ibiza's northern coastline and the Balearic Sea as the aircraft climbs northwestward. You'll see the island's rugged northern cliffs and the transition from land to open Mediterranean water. Notable sights include: Ibiza's northern rocky coastline, Balearic Sea, Es Vedrà limestone outcrop (visible to the southwest as a distant peak), Mediterranean horizon.
What can I see when landing at Dublin in Dublin?
When landing at Dublin (DUB), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide excellent views during the descent into Dublin. You'll see the Irish coastline, Dublin Bay, and the city's urban sprawl as you approach from the southeast. The Wicklow Mountains are visible inland to the south. Notable sights include: Dublin Bay and harbor, Howth Peninsula, Wicklow Mountains (distant, to the south), River Liffey and Dublin city center.
How long is the flight from Ibiza to Dublin?
The flight from Ibiza (IBZ) to Dublin (DUB) takes about 3 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 1,069 miles (1,720 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Ibiza to Dublin flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Bay of Biscay and the Celtic Sea. Notable features include the Pyrenees (visible as a distant mountain range to the south during the initial climb), the Iberian Peninsula's western edge, the Atlantic coastline of Portugal and western France (if visible during cruise), and the Celtic Sea's open water. The flight passes west of the UK, so no major UK landmarks are typically visible. The Irish coast becomes visible during descent, with the Wicklow Mountains and Dublin Bay appearing in the final 30 minutes of approach.