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BEY → IKA
Which side of the plane to sit from Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (Beirut) to Imam Khomeini International Airport (Tehran)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides exceptional views of the fertile Euphrates valley and a chance to spot the iconic Mount Damavand upon arrival in Tehran.
Mount Lebanon Range
View the majestic snow-capped peaks and deep valleys of the northern Lebanese mountains shortly after takeoff.
Lake Qattinah
A large, historic reservoir near Homs visible as the flight enters central Syrian airspace.
Euphrates River
Watch the striking contrast of the winding blue river against the surrounding arid Syrian landscape.
Northern Iraq
Bird's-eye view of the plains and historical settlements of Upper Mesopotamia.
Alborz Mountains
Stunning views of the rugged mountain range that borders Tehran to the north during the final descent.
Opt for an afternoon flight to keep the sun behind you for better photography. Keep a keen eye out for Mount Damavand, the highest volcano in Asia, which often emerges on the horizon north of the flight path during the approach to IKA.
Beirut Skyline
Capture the iconic Mediterranean coastline and the dense urban sprawl of Beirut immediately after departure.
Anti-Lebanon Mountains
Rugged peaks marking the border between Lebanon and Syria, featuring unique geological folds.
Syrian Desert
Vast expanses of desert landscape with occasional sightings of ancient caravan routes and modern infrastructure.
Baghdad and Tigris
Look south to see the sprawling Iraqi capital divided by the winding path of the Tigris River.
Zagros Mountains
Witness the dramatic, folded limestone ridges of the Iranian plateau as you cross into Iran.
A morning flight offers the best lighting for the Zagros Mountains, highlighting the deep shadows of the ridges. Sit on this side if you want the best view of Beirut's coast during the initial climb.
Distance: 1,443 km (897 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 55 min
Departure: BEY (33.820899963378906, 35.488399505615234)
Arrival: IKA (35.416099548339844, 51.152198791503906)
Route Type: International
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