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BAH → IKA
Which side of the plane to sit from Bahrain International Airport (Bahrain) to Imam Khomeini International Airport (Tehran)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the Manama skyline during takeoff and the stunning salt lakes and rugged Zagros ridges during the descent into Tehran.
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Manama Skyline
Breathtaking views of the Bahrain Financial Harbour and World Trade Center towers immediately after takeoff.
Saudi Coastline
Clear visibility of the Al Khobar and Dammam waterfronts across the King Fahd Causeway.
West Zagros Peaks
Dramatic view of the folded mountain belts as the flight crosses into mainland Iran.
Namak Lake
A massive, shimmering white salt crust landscape located south of Tehran near the city of Qom.
Tehran Suburbs
The dense urban expansion and architectural layout of southern Tehran during the final approach.
For the best experience, book a window seat on the left side (Seat A) on a morning flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the Bahraini coast and the Iranian salt flats. During winter, look for snow-capped peaks in the Zagros range which provide incredible contrast against the desert floor.
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Persian Gulf Horizon
Expansive views of the turquoise waters and various offshore oil rigs and shipping lanes.
Coastal Zagros
The unique 'badlands' topography where the Iranian mountains meet the Persian Gulf shoreline.
Central Highlands
High-altitude plateaus and deep, arid valleys characteristic of central Iran.
Dasht-e Kavir Edge
Distant views of the Great Salt Desert's western fringes under clear atmospheric conditions.
IKA Airport Grounds
A direct view of the Imam Khomeini International Airport's distinctive terminal architecture upon landing.
The right side is ideal for afternoon or evening flights to catch the sunset over the Gulf. Keep your eyes peeled as you cross the Iranian coastline for the colorful sediment patterns in the shallow waters. If flying at night, the right side often sees the distant glow of Isfahan and other central Iranian cities.
Book Hotels in TehranDistance: 1,018 km (633 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 21 min
Departure: BAH (26.27079963684082, 50.63359832763672)
Arrival: IKA (35.416099548339844, 51.152198791503906)
Route Type: International
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