Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Madras to Dubai. The right side wins overall because the takeoff view over Marina Beach and the Bay of Bengal is genuinely spectacular and hard to beat, and during the cruise the right side faces generally southward over the Arabian Sea giving open water views and occasional glimpses of the Indian and Pakistani coastlines in the distance. The landing view on the left is strong but the right side's takeoff experience tips the balance.

During takeoff from Chennai International (MAA), sit on the Right side for the best views. Chennai's primary departure runway 07/25 means westbound departures often use runway 25, with a right turn northwestward giving the right side views over the city and the Bay of Bengal coastline receding behind. The right side also captures the urban sprawl of Chennai and the Marina Beach coastline during the initial climb. Notable sights include: Marina Beach (one of the longest urban beaches in the world), Chennai city grid and port area, Pulicat Lake to the north, Bay of Bengal coastline.

When landing at Dubai International (DXB), sit on the Left side for the best views. Dubai International's primary arrival runway 30L/30R means aircraft approach from the southeast over the Gulf, giving left-side passengers views over Dubai Creek, Deira, and the older city districts before touchdown. The left side also captures the Dubai skyline including Downtown Dubai and the creek mouth as the aircraft descends over the city. Notable sights include: Dubai Creek and Deira district, Dubai city skyline with Burj Khalifa visible in the distance, Palm Jumeirah (if approach track allows), Arabian Gulf coastline.

The flight from Chennai International (MAA) to Dubai International (DXB) takes Approximately 4 hours 15 minutes to 4 hours 45 minutes.

The flight tracks northwest from Chennai across the southern tip of India, crossing the Western Ghats mountain range, then over the Arabian Sea for the majority of the cruise. The Lakshadweep Islands may be visible far to the right in clear conditions. The flight then crosses the coast of Oman or passes near it, traversing the Gulf of Oman before descending over the UAE. The Arabian Peninsula coastline and the shallow turquoise waters of the southern Arabian Gulf are visible during descent.