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JED → OMH
Which side of the plane to sit from King Abdulaziz International Airport (Jeddah) to Urmia Airport (Uromiyeh)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the dramatic Zagros Mountains and the salt-encrusted shores of Lake Urmia during the final approach.
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Ha'il City
A bird's-eye view of this historic oasis city surrounded by the Shammar mountain range.
Tigris River
Aerial views of the winding Tigris as it flows through the heart of the Iraqi plains.
Zagros Fold Belt
Stunning limestone ridges and deep canyons that define the border between Iraq and Iran.
Lake Urmia
The highlight of the trip, featuring turquoise waters and white salt flats near the destination.
Uromiyeh Suburbs
The lush orchards and vineyards surrounding the city of Urmia as the plane descends.
The right side is essential for seeing Lake Urmia, one of the world's largest permanent hypersaline lakes. Sit here for morning flights to get the best light on the Iranian plateaus. During winter, the Zagros mountains are heavily snow-covered, providing a spectacular alpine view that is best captured from this side.
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Red Sea Coast
Deep blue waters and coral reefs visible immediately after takeoff from Jeddah.
Hijaz Mountains
Rugged, dark volcanic peaks and ancient valleys north of the Hejaz region.
An Nafud Desert
The northern edge of the massive red sand desert featuring unique crescent dunes.
Euphrates River
The western branch of the Mesopotamian cradle of civilization winding through Iraq.
Northern Zagros
Snow-capped ridges as the plane crosses from Iraq into the West Azerbaijan province.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side is better for observing the transition from the arid Arabian peninsula to the fertile Mesopotamian basin. Watch for the stark contrast of irrigated fields against the desert backdrop as you enter Iraq.
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Get eSIMs for IranDistance: 1,866 km (1,159 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 29 min
Departure: JED (21.6796, 39.156502)
Arrival: OMH (37.6680984497, 45.068698883100005)
Route Type: International
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