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DOH → IKA
Which side of the plane to sit from Hamad International Airport (Doha) to Imam Khomeini International Airport (Tehran)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior sequence of views starting with the architectural marvels of Doha, followed by the turquoise Persian Gulf islands and the most dramatic perspectives of the Zagros mountain folds.
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Doha Skyline
Panoramic views of the West Bay skyscrapers, Lusail, and The Pearl-Qatar shortly after takeoff.
Kish Island
The prominent Iranian resort island with its white sand beaches and coral reefs in the Persian Gulf.
Zagros Folds
Spectacular aerial views of the world-famous folded mountain structures and deep limestone gorges.
Salt Domes
Unique geological formations appearing as dark, circular protrusions in the southern Iranian landscape.
Mount Damavand
On clear days, the distant snow-capped peak of the Alborz range is visible during the descent into IKA.
Book a left-side window seat for the most iconic departure views of Qatar's capital. Morning flights are ideal for this side to avoid the harsh glare of the sun while flying north. During winter, the Zagros mountains will be capped with snow, providing incredible contrast for photography.
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Gulf Infrastructure
Extensive views of offshore oil platforms and busy shipping lanes connecting the Middle East to the world.
Bushehr Coastline
The rugged meeting point of the Iranian plateau and the Persian Gulf waters.
Isfahan Vistas
Depending on the specific airway, the historic city of Isfahan and its surrounding oases can be spotted.
Namak Salt Lake
A vast, brilliant white salt crust landscape located near the holy city of Qom.
Qom Architecture
The golden dome of the Fatima Masumeh Shrine is often visible during the final approach to Tehran.
The right side is excellent for afternoon flights as the sun sets to the west, casting long, dramatic shadows over the Iranian desert. It provides the best view of the Namak Salt Lake, which looks like a white sea in the middle of the arid landscape just before landing.
Book Hotels in TehranDistance: 1,129 km (702 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 30 min
Departure: DOH (25.273056, 51.608056)
Arrival: IKA (35.416099548339844, 51.152198791503906)
Route Type: International
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