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DXB → ZAH
Which side of the plane to sit from Dubai International Airport (Dubai) to Zahedan International Airport (Zahedan)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a more dramatic perspective of the rugged Musandam Peninsula fjords, the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Oman, and the majestic Taftan Volcano during the final approach.
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Musandam Peninsula
The spectacular 'Fjords of Arabia' with jagged limestone cliffs dropping into the deep blue sea.
Makran Coastline
Unique sedimentary rock formations and pristine beaches along the coast of the Gulf of Oman.
Mount Taftan
An impressive active stratovolcano and the highest peak in southeastern Iran, often emitting sulfurous vapors.
Baluchestan Badlands
Intricate erosional patterns and multi-colored clay hills that resemble a Martian landscape.
Sistan Basin
The dramatic transition from rocky mountains to the flat, expansive dry lake beds near the border.
Choose the right side for morning flights to get the best illumination on the Iranian mountains. Mount Taftan is the highlight of this route; it will appear on the right side approximately 15-20 minutes before landing in Zahedan. The Makran coast offers incredible textures for photography during the mid-flight phase.
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Dubai Skyline
Aerial views of the Burj Khalifa and the dense urban architecture of downtown Dubai shortly after takeoff.
The World Islands
The artificial archipelago shaped like a map of the world visible just off the coast of Dubai.
Strait of Hormuz
A clear view across the narrowest part of the Persian Gulf toward the Iranian mainland.
Southern Zagros Range
The folded mountain belts and tectonic ridges of southern Iran as the flight crosses the coast.
Dasht-e Lut Edge
Glimpses of the vast salt deserts and yardang formations to the northwest as the plane heads inland.
The left side is best during afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun. Keep your camera ready immediately after takeoff from DXB for the best views of the man-made islands. In winter, look for occasional snow on the higher peaks of the southern Zagros range.
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Get eSIMs for IranDistance: 721 km (448 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 12 min
Departure: DXB (25.252799987800003, 55.3643989563)
Arrival: ZAH (29.47570037841797, 60.90620040893555)
Route Type: International
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