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AMM → ISU
Which side of the plane to sit from Queen Alia International Airport (Amman) to Sulaymaniyah International Airport (Sulaymaniyah)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Iraqi heartland, featuring massive reservoirs and the dramatic transition from the Mesopotamian plains into the majestic Zagros Mountains during descent.
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Azraq Wetlands
A unique blue and green oasis visible shortly after leaving Jordanian airspace.
Lake Tharthar
The massive, turquoise expanse of Iraq's largest artificial reservoir between the Tigris and Euphrates.
Mesopotamian Plains
The fertile, historic 'Cradle of Civilization' stretching toward the horizon.
Diyala River Valley
Lush agricultural strips cutting through the arid landscapes of eastern Iraq.
Zagros Mountains
Breathtaking views of rugged, often snow-capped peaks as the aircraft descends into the Kurdistan region.
Sit on the right for afternoon flights to benefit from the sun illuminating the Zagros peaks. This side provides the most dramatic views during the final 20 minutes of the flight as the plane maneuvers around mountain ridges. Watch for the contrast between the dry desert and the sudden blue of the inland lakes.
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Basalt Desert
The striking black volcanic rock fields of the Harra ash-Shaam in eastern Jordan.
Baghdad Highway
The historic desert corridor connecting the Levant to the Mesopotamian cradle.
Euphrates River
A glinting view of the ancient river as it flows from Syria into the Anbar province.
Kirkuk Oil Fields
Industrial landscapes and gas flares visible in the distance near Northern Iraq.
Azmar Foothills
The northern slopes surrounding Sulaymaniyah during the final approach.
The left side is best for morning flights to avoid the harsh southern sun. Keep your eyes peeled shortly after takeoff to see the transition from Amman's urban sprawl to the volcanic desert. During descent, look for the industrial heart of the Kirkuk region to the northwest.
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Get eSIMs for IraqDistance: 962 km (598 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 36 min
Departure: AMM (31.7226009369, 35.9931983948)
Arrival: ISU (35.5617485046, 45.3167381287)
Route Type: International
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