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MAN to DXB Turbulence Forecast

Is the Manchester to Dubai flight turbulent? Live forecast & historical patterns.

Live forecast
MAN
→
DXB
Manchester · Dubai · 7h 5m
8
Turb Score
7h 5m
Duration
3,590 nm
Distance
38,000 ft
Cruise Alt.
Moderate
Typical
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Typical turbulence along the route

Historical average pattern for MAN–DXB

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About the MAN–DXB route

The Manchester to Dubai route heads southeast over Europe and the Middle East, covering 4,133 miles at 38,000 feet. This corridor is generally smooth — turbulence is most common over the Alps and occasionally over the Zagros Mountains in Iran. The approach into Dubai crosses dry, stable desert air which is typically calm.

The route is served by Emirates, flydubai on Airbus A380 · Boeing 777 aircraft, with flights typically cruising at 38,000 feet over a distance of 4,133 miles (3,590 nautical miles).

💡 Tip: Generally smooth. Mountain ranges over Europe/Iran can cause brief turbulence.

Turbulence levels on MAN–DXB

What to expect at each phase of the flight

SmoothDeparture & arrival — climb and descent phases are generally calm
LightMinor bumps — drink stays in your cup, walking feels slightly unsteady
ModerateNoticeable bumps — stay seated with seatbelt on, service may pause
HeavyStrong jolts — unsecured items move, crew seated. Rare but possible

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Best time to fly MAN–DXB

Turbulence by month

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Best seat on MAN–DXB

Airbus A380-800

Front
Rows 1–39
Light
✓ Wing
Rows 40-55
Smoothest
Rear
Rows 56+
Rougher
Wing seats are over the center of gravity — least affected by turbulence.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the Manchester to Dubai flight turbulent?
The MAN–DXB route typically experiences moderate turbulence. A very smooth flight with minimal turbulence expected. The turbulence score for this route is 8/100.
When is turbulence worst on MAN to DXB?
Generally smooth. Mountain ranges over Europe/Iran can cause brief turbulence. Check the turbulence chart above for the typical pattern along this specific route.
Which seat is smoothest on MAN to DXB?
Wing seats are always the smoothest. On a Airbus A380-800 (the most common aircraft on this route), that's rows 40-55. Avoid the very rear of the aircraft — it amplifies turbulence motion.
How long is the flight from MAN to DXB?
The MAN to DXB flight takes approximately 7h 5m, covering 4,133 miles (3,590 nautical miles).
Which airlines fly MAN to DXB?
The main airlines operating this route are Emirates, flydubai, flying Airbus A380 · Boeing 777 aircraft.

Data Sources

Scores represent typical conditions. Actual turbulence varies daily. For real-time forecasts, use the Turbulence Forecast app. · About our data