About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Le Bourget (LBG) to Dubrovnik (DBV)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Paris to Dubrovnik. While landing favors the left, the takeoff experience is more visually rewarding with Paris's iconic urban geography. The right side dominates the first 45 minutes of flight with clear views of the Seine, Paris districts, and the transition to rural France. The landing approach is shorter and more compressed, making the overall journey favor the right side for sustained scenic value.
What can I see during takeoff from Le Bourget in Paris?
During takeoff from Le Bourget (LBG), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side offers immediate views of Paris's urban sprawl and the Seine's meanders as you climb northeast. Le Bourget's primary runways (04L/R and 26L/R) typically depart toward the northeast or southwest; northeast departures favor the right side for viewing the city and surrounding Île-de-France region. Notable sights include: Paris city center and Seine River loops, Sacré-Cœur basilica area (visible as white structure on Montmartre), Charles de Gaulle Airport complex to the east.
What can I see when landing at Dubrovnik in Dubrovnik?
When landing at Dubrovnik (DBV), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side provides superior views during descent into Dubrovnik. The approach typically comes from the northwest over the Adriatic Sea, and the left side captures the dramatic Dalmatian coastline, the Elaphiti Islands, and the walled Old Town of Dubrovnik itself as you descend toward the runway. Notable sights include: Dubrovnik's walled Old Town (distinctive orange-tiled roofs and fortification walls), Elaphiti Islands (Lopud, Šipan, Koločep) scattered in the Adriatic, Dalmatian limestone mountains rising inland, Adriatic Sea coastline with characteristic turquoise shallows.
How long is the flight from Paris to Dubrovnik?
The flight from Le Bourget (LBG) to Dubrovnik (DBV) takes Approximately 2 hours 15 minutes to 2 hours 45 minutes.
What does the Paris to Dubrovnik flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Alps' western foothills (visible around 1 hour into flight), with Mont Blanc potentially visible on clear days as a distant white peak. The Rhône Valley provides a natural corridor southeastward. As you approach the Mediterranean, the Provence region's terrain transitions from mountainous to coastal. The flight crosses the Mediterranean coast near the French Riviera, then continues southeast over open water toward the Dalmatian coast. The Ligurian Sea and Gulf of Lions are crossed during the southern portion of the flight.