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KHI → IKA
Which side of the plane to sit from Jinnah International Airport (Karachi) to Imam Khomeini International Airport (Tehran)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior view of the dramatic Kaluts (yardangs) of the Lut Desert and the iconic snow-capped peak of Mount Damavand during the final descent into Tehran.
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Kirthar Mountains
Stunning aerial views of the folded limestone ridges immediately after departing Karachi.
Lut Yardangs
World-famous 'Kaluts' or wind-eroded rock cities that look like ancient ruins from 35,000 feet.
Zahedan and Taftan
Views of the border city of Zahedan and the distant peak of the Taftan volcano.
Mount Damavand
The highest peak in Iran and the highest volcano in Asia is often visible to the north during the approach to IKA.
The right side is essential for seeing the unique 'yardang' formations of the Lut Desert, which are best seen with the high-angle sun of midday. On clear days during the descent into Tehran, look out for the distinct conical shape of Mount Damavand far to the north. Dust haze is common in summer, so winter or spring flights offer the crispest views.
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Makran Coastline
Panoramic views of the turquoise Arabian Sea meeting the rugged white limestone cliffs of the coast.
Chahbahar Bay
A clear view of Iran's only deep-sea port and the surrounding hammerhead-shaped peninsula.
Southern Lut Dunes
Vast, golden sand dunes stretching across the southern portion of the UNESCO-listed Lut Desert.
Zagros Foothills
The southwestern edge of the central Iranian plateau featuring jagged peaks and deep valleys.
Seat on the left for early morning departures to catch the sunrise reflecting off the Arabian Sea. During the mid-flight, keep your camera ready for the high-contrast shadows of the southern sand dunes. This side is also better for spotting the Gulf of Oman coastline if the flight path stays further south.
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Get eSIMs for IranDistance: 1,928 km (1,198 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 34 min
Departure: KHI (24.9065, 67.160797)
Arrival: IKA (35.416099548339844, 51.152198791503906)
Route Type: International
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