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Which side of the plane to sit from Bandar Abbas International Airport (Bandar Abbas) to Esfahan Shahid Beheshti International Airport (Esfahan)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the dramatic folded geology of the Zagros Mountains and the striking white expanses of the Fars province salt lakes.
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Strait of Hormuz
Aerial view of the strategic waterway and the turquoise coastline of the Persian Gulf immediately after takeoff.
Zagros Fold Belt
Spectacular views of parallel limestone ridges that resemble giant waves frozen in the earth's crust.
Lake Bakhtegan
A massive salt lake providing a brilliant white contrast against the brown and red tones of the desert.
Sirjan Plateaus
High-altitude arid landscapes showing the transition from coastal humidity to the dry central plateau.
Book an early morning flight to see the sun illuminate the western faces of the Zagros ridges. During winter, look for snow caps on the higher peaks of the Dena range in the distance. The stark white salt flats are most vibrant under high midday sun.
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Mount Geno
A towering 2,300-meter limestone massif that dominates the landscape just north of Bandar Abbas.
Salt Domes
Rare dark, circular geological formations scattered throughout the landscape, unique to southern Iran.
Gavkhouni Wetland
A seasonal salt marsh at the terminus of the Zayanderud River, visible shortly before beginning the descent.
Esfahan Approach
The expanding urban sprawl of Esfahan, where historical architecture meets modern Iranian city planning.
The right side is ideal for capturing the final approach into Esfahan. Watch for the Zayanderud riverbed; depending on the season, it may be dry or flowing. Keep an eye out for the distinct circular salt domes early in the flight which look like dark blisters on the landscape.
Book Hotels in EsfahanDistance: 753 km (468 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 15 min
Departure: BND (27.218299865722656, 56.37779998779297)
Arrival: IFN (32.75080108642578, 51.86130142211914)
Route Type: Domestic
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