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IKA → AMS
Which side of the plane to sit from Imam Khomeini International Airport (Tehran) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (Amsterdam)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of major geological landmarks, including the iconic Mount Ararat and the Alborz mountain range, while providing a stunning perspective of the Black Sea and Carpathian peaks.
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Mount Damavand
Iran's highest peak and the highest volcano in Asia, visible shortly after takeoff from IKA.
Mount Ararat
The legendary snow-capped dormant volcano near the border of Turkey and Armenia.
Black Sea Coast
A long stretch of the Turkish and Bulgarian coastline where deep blue water meets lush green hills.
Carpathian Mountains
The rugged, forested arc of the Transylvanian Alps stretching across central Romania.
Dutch Polders
Intricate patterns of reclaimed land, canals, and windmills during the descent into Schiphol.
The right side is the 'mountain side.' Within the first hour, look north to spot the Alborz range. Mount Ararat is the highlight of the trip, appearing usually 70-90 minutes after departure. For evening flights, this side avoids the direct glare of the sun, making it easier to photograph the transition from the Black Sea to the European plains.
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Lake Van
The largest lake in Turkey, known for its turquoise soda waters and volcanic surroundings.
Taurus Mountains
Dramatic limestone ridges stretching across southern Turkey toward the Mediterranean.
Sofia Cityscape
The Bulgarian capital visible at the foot of Vitosha Mountain as you cross into the Balkans.
Danube River
The winding blue artery of Europe, visible as it snakes through Hungary and Austria.
Distant Alps
On clear days, the jagged white peaks of the Austrian and Swiss Alps appear on the southern horizon.
Sit on the left for softer lighting during morning flights from Tehran. Keep a close watch roughly 90 minutes into the flight for the deep blue expanse of Lake Van. In winter, the Alps provide a stunning, albeit distant, panoramic backdrop as you transition from Eastern to Central Europe.
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Get eSIMs for NetherlandsDistance: 4,076 km (2,533 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 48 min
Departure: IKA (35.416099548339844, 51.152198791503906)
Arrival: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)
Route Type: International
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