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IKABOM

Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a superior variety of terrain, ranging from the salt deserts of central Iran to the dramatic Makran mountain ranges and the sprawling Indus River Delta.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Mount Damavand

The highest peak in Iran, often visible shortly after takeoff depending on the departure corridor.

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Dasht-e Kavir

Extraordinary patterns and colors of the Great Salt Desert across the Iranian plateau.

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Makran Coastal Range

Rugged, moon-like landscapes of the Pakistani coastline where mountains meet the sea.

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Indus River Delta

One of the world's largest deltas, featuring intricate water channels and sediment flows.

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Gujarat Coastline

The beautiful transition from the Arabian Sea to the western shores of the Indian subcontinent.

Opt for a morning flight to see the desert colors and mountain shadows pop with clarity. On the final descent into Mumbai, the left side typically provides a clearer view of the coastal landscape and the northern suburbs before touchdown.

Right Side Highlights
6.5
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Zagros Mountains

Distant views of the massive mountain folds defining western Iran's landscape.

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Strait of Hormuz

A glimpse of the world's most strategic maritime gateway as you transition to the Gulf of Oman.

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Gulf of Oman

Vast expanses of deep turquoise waters and occasional large cargo shipping traffic.

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Arabian Sea Sunset

Expansive ocean views that become particularly spectacular during late afternoon flights.

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Mumbai Skyline

Dense urban landscape and high-rises visible as the aircraft maneuvers for its final approach.

Choose the right side for late afternoon flights to capture a stunning sunset over the ocean. Keep an eye out for large shipping vessels near the Strait of Hormuz, and use a window seat away from the wing for the best ocean horizon views.

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Route Information

Distance: 2,799 km (1,739 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 44 min

Departure: IKA (35.416099548339844, 51.152198791503906)

Arrival: BOM (19.0886993408, 72.8678970337)

Route Type: International

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