DXB

When landing at Dubai International (DXB), sit on the Left side for the best views. On the typical 12R approach, aircraft fly southeast on a track that passes just inland of central Dubai, so the left side faces northeast toward the coastline and skyline. You'll get a great look at Downtown Dubai's towers including Burj Khalifa, Dubai Creek, and the Gulf coastline before touchdown. Notable sights include: Burj Khalifa and Downtown Dubai skyline, Dubai Creek, Palm Jumeirah (distant), Persian Gulf coastline.

Arriving at Dubai International in Dubai, passengers on the Left side enjoy views of Burj Khalifa and Downtown Dubai skyline, Dubai Creek, Palm Jumeirah (distant), Persian Gulf coastline. On the typical 12R approach, aircraft fly southeast on a track that passes just inland of central Dubai, so the left side faces northeast toward the coastline and skyline. You'll get a great look at Downtown Dubai's towers including Burj Khalifa, Dubai Creek, and the Gulf coastline before touchdown.

The best window seat landing at Dubai International (DXB) depends on several factors: the approach path and runway in use, geographic features around Dubai (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening arrivals often offer the best lighting.