Left side delivers the best views at both ends of the flight — Singapore's iconic skyline on departure and Dubai's coastline and Creek on arrival. Over the Bay of Bengal and Indian Ocean the views are largely open water on both sides, but the left side also picks up the Sri Lanka coastline and potentially the western coast of India during the cruise phase.
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Flight Path
Singapore to Dubai is 3,623 miles (5,830 km), a flight of about 7 hours 30 minutes.
After crossing the Malay Peninsula the route tracks northwest over the Andaman Sea, then crosses the southern tip of India or Sri Lanka depending on routing. The flight then crosses the Arabian Sea — a long overwater stretch — before reaching the Gulf of Oman and descending into the Persian Gulf region. The Hajar Mountains of Oman may be visible on the left side during descent into Dubai.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from XSP
LEFTSeletar's runway 03 departure heads roughly north, putting the left (west) side over the Johor Strait and central Singapore. You get a clear view of the city skyline, Marina Bay, and the dense urban grid of central Singapore as the aircraft climbs and turns northwest.
Landing at DXB
LEFTDubai International's primary arrival on runway 30L/30R brings aircraft in from the southeast over the Gulf and the city. The left side faces north and northeast, giving views over Deira, the Creek, and the older city districts before touchdown. The right side faces the desert hinterland.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Seletar (XSP) to Dubai International (DXB)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Singapore to Dubai. Left side delivers the best views at both ends of the flight — Singapore's iconic skyline on departure and Dubai's coastline and Creek on arrival. Over the Bay of Bengal and Indian Ocean the views are largely open water on both sides, but the left side also picks up the Sri Lanka coastline and potentially the western coast of India during the cruise phase.
What can I see during takeoff from Seletar in Singapore?
During takeoff from Seletar (XSP), sit on the Left side for the best views. Seletar's runway 03 departure heads roughly north, putting the left (west) side over the Johor Strait and central Singapore. You get a clear view of the city skyline, Marina Bay, and the dense urban grid of central Singapore as the aircraft climbs and turns northwest. Notable sights include: Marina Bay Sands and CBD skyline, Johor Strait waterway, Pulau Ubin island to the northeast, Causeway linking Singapore to Johor Bahru.
What can I see when landing at Dubai International in Dubai?
When landing at Dubai International (DXB), sit on the Left side for the best views. Dubai International's primary arrival on runway 30L/30R brings aircraft in from the southeast over the Gulf and the city. The left side faces north and northeast, giving views over Deira, the Creek, and the older city districts before touchdown. The right side faces the desert hinterland. Notable sights include: Dubai Creek and Deira district, Palm Jumeirah visible to the northwest on approach, Dubai city grid and Sheikh Zayed Road towers, The Gulf coastline.
How long is the flight from Singapore to Dubai?
The flight from Seletar (XSP) to Dubai International (DXB) takes about 7 hours 30 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 3,623 miles (5,830 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Singapore to Dubai flight path pass over?
After crossing the Malay Peninsula the route tracks northwest over the Andaman Sea, then crosses the southern tip of India or Sri Lanka depending on routing. The flight then crosses the Arabian Sea — a long overwater stretch — before reaching the Gulf of Oman and descending into the Persian Gulf region. The Hajar Mountains of Oman may be visible on the left side during descent into Dubai.