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DOH → MHD
Which side of the plane to sit from Hamad International Airport (Doha) to Mashhad International Airport (Mashhad)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Iranian desert's unique geology and a more scenic approach into the mountainous region surrounding Mashhad.
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Iranian Coastline
The dramatic meeting of the Persian Gulf and the arid southern mountains of Iran.
Dasht-e Kavir
The Great Salt Desert featuring mesmerising swirls of brown, ochre, and white salt crusts.
Binalud Mountains
The impressive mountain range that guards the approach to Mashhad, often snow-capped in winter.
Mashhad Urban Sprawl
A panoramic view of Iran's second-largest city and the golden glow of the Holy Shrine area during descent.
The right side is premier for geological enthusiasts; the patterns of the Dasht-e Kavir are world-class. Afternoon flights are ideal as the sun illuminates the Binalud mountains during the final approach into Mashhad.
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Doha Skyline
Excellent views of the West Bay skyscrapers and The Pearl-Qatar shortly after takeoff from DOH.
Persian Gulf
Deep blue waters dotted with oil platforms and cargo ships navigating the busy maritime lanes.
Central Salt Lakes
Views of the crystalline white surfaces of ephemeral salt lakes in the central Iranian plateau.
Western Plateau
The rugged and arid landscape of the Iranian interior stretching towards the Zagros range.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight while viewing the Doha coastline. It is the better side for capturing the architectural scale of Qatar's capital before heading north over the gulf.
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Get eSIMs for IranDistance: 1,439 km (894 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 55 min
Departure: DOH (25.273056, 51.608056)
Arrival: MHD (36.235198974609375, 59.64099884033203)
Route Type: International
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