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IKA → DYU
Which side of the plane to sit from Imam Khomeini International Airport (Tehran) to Dushanbe Airport (Dushanbe)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides an unparalleled vantage point for the Alborz mountain range, including the volcanic peak of Mount Damavand, and the dramatic transition from the Iranian plateau to the Caspian coastline.
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Mount Damavand
The iconic snow-capped conical volcano, the highest peak in the Middle East, visible shortly after departure from Tehran.
Hyrcanian Forests
A lush green corridor of UNESCO-listed ancient forests sandwiched between the mountains and the sea.
Caspian Sea Coast
Aerial views of the southern shoreline and the distinct blue expanse of the world's largest inland body of water.
Kopet Dag Range
Jagged, arid mountains that define the natural border between Iran and Turkmenistan.
Karakum Desert
The vast 'Black Sand' desert of Turkmenistan, featuring rolling dunes and desolate beauty.
Hissar Mountains
Dramatic, snow-dusted peaks of the western Gissar range as the aircraft begins its descent into Tajikistan.
Choose the left side for morning departures to capture the best light on Mount Damavand without glare. Keep your camera ready within the first 15-20 minutes of flight. During the winter months, the contrast between the white mountain peaks and the Caspian Sea is particularly striking.
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Dasht-e Kavir
The Great Salt Desert of Iran, featuring unique geological patterns and vast white salt crusts.
Semnan Plateau
An arid landscape dotted with industrial hubs and traditional desert settlements.
Amu Darya River
The historic Oxus River, appearing as a winding lifeline through the dry Central Asian plains.
Ancient Oasis Towns
Vast stretches of desert that historically hosted Silk Road caravans between Merv and Bukhara.
Hissar Valley
The fertile, green agricultural heartland of Tajikistan surrounding the capital city.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the direct northern sun and see the golden hour glow over the Iranian salt deserts. It offers a better perspective of the vastness of the Central Asian steppe and the ancient river valleys that shaped the region's history.
Book Hotels in DushanbeDistance: 1,605 km (997 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 8 min
Departure: IKA (35.416099548339844, 51.152198791503906)
Arrival: DYU (38.5433006287, 68.8249969482)
Route Type: International
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