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JED → MHD
Which side of the plane to sit from King Abdulaziz International Airport (Jeddah) to Mashhad International Airport (Mashhad)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a more diverse landscape, featuring the transition from the Red Sea coast to the dramatic sedimentary folds of the Zagros Mountains and potential views of the northern Persian Gulf shoreline.
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Red Sea Coastline
Breathtaking views of the coral reefs and turquoise waters near Jeddah shortly after takeoff.
Harrat Rahat
Massive black volcanic fields and cinder cones visible between Jeddah and Medina.
Kuwait Bay
The northern curve of the Persian Gulf and the urban sprawl of Kuwait City during the crossing.
Zagros Mountains
Spectacular aerial views of the 'washboard' geological folds in southwestern Iran.
Mount Damavand
On clear days, the snow-capped peak of the Alborz range can be spotted in the far distance to the north.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare. This side is superior for seeing the coastline of the Persian Gulf and the most dramatic sections of the Iranian mountain ranges. Keep an eye out for the distinct transition from desert to alpine terrain as you enter Iranian airspace.
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Nejd Plateau
The vast, golden expanse of the central Arabian desert with intricate wadi patterns.
Gulf Oil Fields
A bird's-eye view of offshore platforms and industrial shipping lanes in the Persian Gulf.
Dasht-e Kavir
The Great Salt Desert of Iran, featuring surreal white salt crusts and swirling earth tones.
Binalud Range
The rugged mountains surrounding Mashhad that signal the final descent into the city.
Holy City Approach
The sprawling urban geometry of Mashhad as the plane aligns for landing.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to catch the sunrise over the Arabian Peninsula. It provides a better perspective of the vast interior salt deserts of Iran. During the descent into Mashhad, this side often offers a clearer view of the expanding city outskirts and the surrounding arid peaks.
Book Hotels in MashhadDistance: 2,557 km (1,589 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 25 min
Departure: JED (21.6796, 39.156502)
Arrival: MHD (36.235198974609375, 59.64099884033203)
Route Type: International
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