The right side offers a stronger overall experience: partial Alpine views during cruise as the flight path skirts the Italian Alps, plus a scenic coastal approach into Dubrovnik with the Old Town and Adriatic islands clearly visible.
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Flight Path
London to Dubrovnik is 1,059 miles (1,703 km), a flight of about 2 hours 55 minutes.
Swiss/Italian Alps foothills, the Po Valley of northern Italy, and the Adriatic Sea before reaching the Dalmatian coast
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from STN
RIGHTDeparting Stansted on runway 22, the aircraft climbs southwest before turning onto its southeasterly track toward the Channel. On the right side, passengers get a brief glimpse of the outer London suburbs and the green patchwork of Essex/Hertfordshire countryside as the turn develops.
Landing at DBV
RIGHTOn approach to Dubrovnik's runway 29, aircraft typically fly in from the southeast along the Dalmatian coast before turning northwest for final approach. This puts the dramatic coastline, the walled Old Town, and nearby islands like Lokrum on the right side of the aircraft as it banks toward the airport.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Stansted (STN) to Dubrovnik (DBV)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from London to Dubrovnik. The right side offers a stronger overall experience: partial Alpine views during cruise as the flight path skirts the Italian Alps, plus a scenic coastal approach into Dubrovnik with the Old Town and Adriatic islands clearly visible.
What can I see during takeoff from Stansted in London?
During takeoff from Stansted (STN), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing Stansted on runway 22, the aircraft climbs southwest before turning onto its southeasterly track toward the Channel. On the right side, passengers get a brief glimpse of the outer London suburbs and the green patchwork of Essex/Hertfordshire countryside as the turn develops. Notable sights include: Stansted Mountfitchet countryside, outer London suburbs, patchwork farmland of Essex/Hertfordshire.
What can I see when landing at Dubrovnik in Dubrovnik?
When landing at Dubrovnik (DBV), sit on the Right side for the best views. On approach to Dubrovnik's runway 29, aircraft typically fly in from the southeast along the Dalmatian coast before turning northwest for final approach. This puts the dramatic coastline, the walled Old Town, and nearby islands like Lokrum on the right side of the aircraft as it banks toward the airport. Notable sights include: Dubrovnik Old Town walls, Lokrum Island, Adriatic coastline, Elaphiti Islands in the distance.
How long is the flight from London to Dubrovnik?
The flight from Stansted (STN) to Dubrovnik (DBV) takes about 2 hours 55 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 1,059 miles (1,703 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the London to Dubrovnik flight path pass over?
Swiss/Italian Alps foothills, the Po Valley of northern Italy, and the Adriatic Sea before reaching the Dalmatian coast