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Our Recommendation
8.7

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers spectacular views of the snow-capped Hindu Kush and Koh-e-Baba mountain ranges, providing a more dramatic and iconic Afghan landscape.

Left Side Highlights
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Great Mosque of Herat

Upon takeoff, look for the vibrant blue tiling of the 13th-century Friday Mosque in the city center.

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Koh-e-Baba Mountains

Dramatic views of the central Afghan highlands, including the highest peaks of the range near Bamyan.

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Hari River Valley

The green ribbon of the Hari River contrasts sharply with the arid mountain terrain as it heads north.

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Hindu Kush Peaks

Jagged, snow-covered ridges stretching toward the horizon, offering some of the most rugged terrain in Central Asia.

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Kabul North Districts

During the descent, view the dense urban layout and the surrounding hills of the Shomali Plain.

Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the glare of the southern sun. The lighting on the Koh-e-Baba peaks is particularly sharp and clear during early morning hours. Keep a lookout for the transition from the arid plains of the west to the high-altitude alpine terrain of the center.

Right Side Highlights
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Herat Citadel

The ancient Qala Iktyaruddin fortress is visible shortly after departure on the southern edge of the city.

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Ghor Highlands

A vast expanse of ochre and reddish mountains known for their deep canyons and remote settlements.

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Siah Koh Range

The 'Black Mountains' provide a stark, dark contrast to the lighter sediment of the surrounding valleys.

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Wardak Valleys

Glimpses of green, irrigated valleys and traditional mud-brick qalats scattered throughout the rocky terrain.

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Darul Aman Palace

On the final approach to Kabul, you can often see the historic palace and the massive newly built Parliament building.

The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to capture the 'golden hour' glow on the Ghor mountain range. While slightly less mountainous than the north, it provides better views of the traditional rural architecture and terraced farming in the valleys of Wardak and Logar during the final 20 minutes of flight.

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Route Information

Distance: 642 km (399 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 4 min

Departure: HEA (34.209999084472656, 62.22829818725586)

Arrival: KBL (34.565899, 69.212303)

Route Type: Domestic

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