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GBT → MED
Which side of the plane to sit from Gorgan Airport (Gorgan) to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Airport (Madinah)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers an unparalleled view of Mount Damavand, the highest peak in Iran, shortly after takeoff, followed by unique views of the Caspian coastline and the striking volcanic fields surrounding Madinah during the descent.
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Caspian Sea Coast
Brief views of the lush, green southern shores of the world's largest inland body of water.
Mount Damavand
The iconic, perfectly shaped volcanic cone and the highest point in the Middle East.
Namak Lake
A massive white salt crust lake near Qom that glitters intensely in the sunlight.
Harrat Volcanic Fields
Stunning black basaltic lava flows and dormant craters visible during the approach to Madinah.
The view of Mount Damavand occurs within the first 10-15 minutes of flight; be ready with your camera immediately after the initial climb. During the descent into Madinah, the 'Harrat' volcanic fields are most visible when the sun is lower in the sky (early morning or late afternoon), as the shadows highlight the crater rims.
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Alborz Mountain Range
Dramatic snow-capped peaks and rugged ridges immediately south of Gorgan.
Tehran Outskirts
Aerial perspective of the sprawling metropolitan expansion against the mountain backdrop.
Zagros Mountains
The massive folded mountain belt of western Iran with its distinct limestone ridges.
An Nafud Desert
Vast stretches of reddish sand dunes as the flight enters Saudi Arabian airspace.
For flights departing in the afternoon, the left side will be facing away from the direct sun, providing better conditions for photography of the Zagros range. Look out for the intricate drainage patterns in the arid Iranian plateau which look like tree branches from above.
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Get eSIMs for Saudi ArabiaDistance: 1,960 km (1,218 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 37 min
Departure: GBT (36.9094009399, 54.4012985229)
Arrival: MED (24.5534, 39.705101)
Route Type: International
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