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IKA → DEL
Which side of the plane to sit from Imam Khomeini International Airport (Tehran) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (Delhi)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers spectacular views of the Alborz mountains and the high-altitude peaks of the Hindu Kush throughout Afghanistan, concluding with the winding Yamuna River.
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Mount Damavand
Shortly after departure from Tehran, look for the iconic snow-capped peak of Asia's highest volcano in the Alborz range.
Dasht-e Kavir
View the massive salt desert of central Iran with its unique geological swirl patterns and arid basins.
Hindu Kush Mountains
Dramatic aerial views of the rugged, snow-dusted peaks stretching across central and eastern Afghanistan.
Kabul
Depending on the flight path, the Afghan capital often appears nestled within high-altitude mountain valleys.
Yamuna River
During the final descent into Delhi, watch the sacred river carve its way through the dense urban landscape.
For morning flights, the sun will be behind you, providing excellent lighting for the Hindu Kush peaks. Book a window seat away from the wing (rows 5-10 or 25+) to ensure an unobstructed view of Mount Damavand during the first 20 minutes of flight. In winter, the Afghan mountains are fully snow-covered, offering incredible contrast against the brown valleys.
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Dasht-e Lut
A UNESCO World Heritage site known for its 'Kaluts' or giant rock formations and massive sand dunes.
Indus River Valley
The green agricultural corridor of the Indus River provides a stark contrast to the surrounding Pakistani deserts.
Thar Desert
Observe the vast, golden expanse of the Great Indian Desert as you cross the border from Pakistan into India.
Punjab Plains
The intricate patchwork of agricultural fields and canal systems that define the breadbasket of Northern India.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. Keep an eye out for the transition from the arid Lut desert to the fertile Indus basin. During the monsoon season (June to September), this side often provides dramatic views of towering cloud formations over the Indian subcontinent.
Book Hotels in DelhiDistance: 2,554 km (1,587 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 24 min
Departure: IKA (35.416099548339844, 51.152198791503906)
Arrival: DEL (28.5665, 77.103104)
Route Type: International
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