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KDH → MHD
Which side of the plane to sit from Kandahar Airport (Kandahar) to Mashhad International Airport (Mashhad)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the rugged Afghan Highlands and the sprawling city of Mashhad upon arrival, including the iconic golden dome of the Imam Reza Shrine during certain landing patterns.
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Kandahar Cityscape
Aerial view of the city’s dense urban grid and the surrounding dry mountain basins.
Central Highlands
Panoramic views of the rugged Hindu Kush foothills, often capped with snow during winter months.
Farah Valley
Interesting drainage patterns and agricultural strips amidst the high-altitude desert plateaus.
Imam Reza Shrine
On final descent into Mashhad, look for the massive, shimmering holy complex at the city's heart.
Morning flights provide the best lighting for the northern mountain ranges. For the best view of Mashhad’s skyline and the shrine, a window seat on the right is essential as the flight path typically banks this way for landing.
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Registan Desert
Vast stretches of red-gold sand dunes visible shortly after departure from Kandahar.
Helmand River
A lifeline of greenery cutting through the parched desert landscape of southern Afghanistan.
Sistan Basin
The striking salt flats and seasonal wetlands along the Afghan-Iranian border crossing.
South Khorasan Peaks
Heavily eroded, jagged geological formations characteristic of eastern Iran's dry mountains.
To avoid harsh glare from the sun, sit on this side during afternoon flights. Keep an eye out for the distinct border fortifications when crossing into Iranian airspace.
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Get eSIMs for IranDistance: 777 km (483 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 18 min
Departure: KDH (31.505800247192383, 65.84780120849611)
Arrival: MHD (36.235198974609375, 59.64099884033203)
Route Type: International
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