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JED → RAS
Which side of the plane to sit from King Abdulaziz International Airport (Jeddah) to Sardar-e-Jangal Airport (Rasht)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of Saudi Arabia's unique volcanic fields (Harrat) and a spectacular sighting of Mount Damavand, the highest peak in Iran, during the final descent into the Caspian region.
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Jeddah Corniche
Panoramic views of the King Fahd's Fountain and the rapidly evolving skyline of Jeddah during the initial climb.
Harrat Khaybar
Look for the stark, black basaltic lava fields and perfectly circular volcanic craters in the Saudi interior.
Persian Gulf Coast
Views of the coastal industrial hubs and the shimmering blue waters of the Gulf near the Kuwaiti border.
Mount Damavand
On a clear day, the iconic snow-capped cone of the Middle East's highest volcano is visible to the east during the approach to Rasht.
Caspian Sea Fog
The unique weather phenomenon where clouds bank up against the Alborz mountains, creating a sea of white below the aircraft.
Sit behind the wing for an unobstructed view of the volcanic fields. This side is particularly rewarding during morning flights when the sun illuminates the Zagros peaks and Mount Damavand. Use a polarizing filter on your camera to cut through the haze over the Gulf.
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Red Sea Shoreline
Stunning aerial views of the coral reefs and turquoise shallows along the Jeddah coastline immediately after takeoff.
An Nafud Desert
Vast stretches of reddish-golden sand dunes and dramatic arid landscapes as the flight heads north across the peninsula.
Mesopotamian Delta
Glimpses of the fertile plains and river systems near the Iraq-Kuwait border region before entering Iranian airspace.
Zagros Ridge
Incredible views of the folded limestone mountains of Western Iran, characterized by deep canyons and parallel ridges.
Hyrcanian Forests
The dramatic transition from the high Alborz mountains to the lush, temperate rainforests surrounding Rasht.
The left side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. Keep a close watch during the final 20 minutes of flight for the sudden shift from the arid plateau to the deep green landscape of the Gilan province.
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Get eSIMs for IranDistance: 2,009 km (1,248 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 41 min
Departure: JED (21.6796, 39.156502)
Arrival: RAS (37.323333, 49.617778)
Route Type: International
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