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ARN → IKA
Which side of the plane to sit from Stockholm-Arlanda Airport (Stockholm) to Imam Khomeini International Airport (Tehran)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior visual experience, featuring the stunning Stockholm archipelago upon departure and a majestic view of Mount Damavand during the final descent into Tehran.
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Stockholm Archipelago
Breathtaking aerial views of over 30,000 islands and islets as the plane climbs away from Arlanda.
Gotland and the Baltic
Clear views of Sweden's largest island and the deep blue expanse of the Baltic Sea.
Caucasus Mountains
Snow-capped peaks of the Greater Caucasus range visible as the flight crosses toward the Middle East.
Caspian Sea Coastline
The southern shores of the world's largest inland body of water as the plane enters Iranian airspace.
Mount Damavand
A spectacular view of the highest peak in Iran, a dormant volcano and iconic landmark north of Tehran.
For the best experience, choose a window seat on the left for morning departures to catch the sunlight hitting the Stockholm islands. As you approach Tehran, keep your camera ready for Mount Damavand, which often towers above the clouds. During the summer, the contrast between the green Caspian coast and the arid Elburz mountains is most striking.
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Southern Sweden
Scenic views of the lush Swedish countryside and the Vättern lake region during the initial cruise phase.
Warsaw and Vistula River
Potentially spotting the Polish capital and the winding Vistula River if the flight path tracks through Central Europe.
Anatolian Plateau
The rugged, high-altitude landscapes of Eastern Turkey, featuring unique geological formations.
Lake Van
A massive saline soda lake in Turkey known for its intense turquoise waters and surrounding volcanoes.
Tehran Cityscape
The sprawling urban landscape of Tehran as the aircraft makes its final turn toward Imam Khomeini Airport.
The right side is ideal for capturing the vastness of the Anatolian plateau. On evening flights, this side offers a better view of the sunset over Turkey. When landing at night, the right side provides an impressive view of the massive urban sprawl and light patterns of Tehran during the descent.
Book Hotels in TehranDistance: 3,600 km (2,237 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 14 min
Departure: ARN (59.65190124511699, 17.918600082397)
Arrival: IKA (35.416099548339844, 51.152198791503906)
Route Type: International
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