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IKA → DUS
Which side of the plane to sit from Imam Khomeini International Airport (Tehran) to Düsseldorf Airport (Duesseldorf)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers an unparalleled view of Mount Damavand shortly after takeoff, followed by the lush Caspian coastline and the dramatic ridges of the Carpathian Mountains in Europe.
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Mount Damavand
The highest peak in Iran and the highest volcano in Asia, visible immediately after takeoff.
Caspian Sea Coast
The contrast between the Alborz mountains and the southern shores of the world's largest inland body of water.
Black Sea Shoreline
The northern Turkish coastline meeting the deep blues of the Black Sea.
Carpathian Mountains
The sweeping arc of peaks stretching across Romania and Central Europe.
Rhine River
Iconic views of the Rhine as the aircraft maneuvers for its final approach into Düsseldorf.
Sit on the right for the most iconic landmark of the trip: Mount Damavand. In the winter months, the snow-covered Alborz and Carpathians are breathtaking. On morning flights, the lighting is perfect for photography as the sun illuminates the northern faces of the mountains.
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Lake Van
The largest lake in Turkey, known for its deep blue soda waters and volcanic surroundings.
Anatolian Plateau
The rugged, arid heart of Turkey featuring unique geological formations and high-altitude steppes.
The Danube River
Catch glimpses of Europe's second-longest river as it winds through several capital cities.
Austrian Alps
Distal views of the snow-capped peaks of the Eastern Alps during the transit over Central Europe.
The Ruhr Valley
Germany's industrial heartland with its dense network of cities and infrastructure as you descend.
Choose this side for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the southern sun. Keep an eye out for the Balkan mountain ranges which offer great texture in the mid-flight segment. During the final approach into DUS, you may see the southern districts of Cologne and the Rhine curve.
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Get eSIMs for GermanyDistance: 3,922 km (2,437 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 37 min
Departure: IKA (35.416099548339844, 51.152198791503906)
Arrival: DUS (51.289501, 6.766780000000001)
Route Type: International
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