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BND → RAS
Which side of the plane to sit from Bandar Abbas International Airport (Bandar Abbas) to Sardar-e-Jangal Airport (Rasht)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers an exceptional perspective of Iran's geological diversity, featuring the islands of the Persian Gulf at takeoff, the vastness of the central salt deserts, and the iconic snow-capped peak of Mount Damavand.
Hormuz and Qeshm
Immediately after takeoff, see the vibrant red soils of Hormuz Island and the massive coastline of Qeshm Island.
Dasht-e Kavir
The mesmerizing, swirling geological patterns of the Great Salt Desert stretching toward the eastern horizon.
Mount Damavand
The legendary 5,610m volcanic cone, usually visible towering above the Alborz range northeast of Tehran.
Sefidrud River
The winding path of Iran's second-longest river as it carves through the Alborz mountains toward the sea.
Hyrcanian Forests
The sudden transition from arid plateau to the ancient, dense temperate rainforests of the Gilan province.
The right side is the 'money side' for this route. Aim for an afternoon flight to see Mount Damavand illuminated by the western sun. Keep your camera ready about 20 minutes before landing to capture the dramatic contrast between the desert and the emerald-green Alborz slopes.
Zagros Folded Belt
Witness the dramatic parallel ridges and deep valleys of the eastern Zagros mountains shortly after departure.
Esfahan Skyline
Aerial views of the historic city, including the green ribbon of the Zayandehrud river and the sprawling urban grid.
Namak Lake
A vast, crystalline white salt lake located near Qom that creates a mirror-like effect from high altitude.
Anzali Lagoon
The lush, green wetlands and coastal marshes visible as the aircraft descends toward the Caspian Sea coast.
Choose the left side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you, providing better clarity for photographing the Zagros ridges. It is particularly scenic during the winter months when the mountains are heavily snow-covered.
Distance: 1,290 km (802 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 43 min
Departure: BND (27.218299865722656, 56.37779998779297)
Arrival: RAS (37.323333, 49.617778)
Route Type: Domestic
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