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ABD → SYZ
Which side of the plane to sit from Abadan Airport (Abadan) to Shiraz Shahid Dastghaib International Airport (Shiraz)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides an unparalleled vantage point of the towering Zagros Mountain ranges and the lush agricultural pockets of the Khuzestan province before descending into the historic Shiraz valley.
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Arvand Rud Border
View the wide waterway marking the frontier between Iran and Iraq right after takeoff.
Khuzestan Plains
Vast expanses of agricultural grids and river systems crisscrossing the flat landscape.
High Zagros Peaks
Dramatic views of limestone ridges and deep canyons as the plane climbs over the mountain belt.
Karun River Loops
The winding path of Iran's most effluent river as it carves through the foothills.
Foothill Villages
Traditional settlements tucked into the valleys of the Fars province highlands.
For the best photography, a morning flight is recommended to have the sun behind you, illuminating the Zagros peaks. During winter, look for the sharp contrast of snow-capped mountains against the brown valleys. Keep an eye out for the ancient ruins scattered near the mountain passes.
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Petrochemical Hubs
The massive industrial complexes and refineries near Bandar-e Mahshahr are visible to the south.
Persian Gulf Horizon
On clear days, the shimmering blue of the Persian Gulf is visible on the distant southern horizon.
Salt Domes
Unique geological salt plug formations that appear as dark, circular hills in the landscape.
Lake Maharloo
The seasonal pink salt lake located just southeast of Shiraz, visible during the final approach.
Shiraz Cityscape
A broad view of the city of poets and gardens as the aircraft aligns with the runway.
The right side is excellent for spotting industrial landmarks and the unique 'salt domes' of the region. If the flight arrives from the south, you'll get a spectacular view of the pink-tinted Lake Maharloo. Sit here during late afternoon flights for a golden hour view of the Gulf coast.
Book Hotels in ShirazDistance: 430 km (267 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 43 min
Departure: ABD (30.371099471999997, 48.2282981873)
Arrival: SYZ (29.53919982910156, 52.58980178833008)
Route Type: Domestic
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