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KUL → IKA
Which side of the plane to sit from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (Kuala Lumpur) to Imam Khomeini International Airport (Tehran)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior visual experience, particularly during the second half of the flight, featuring the stark beauty of the Iranian deserts and the majestic Alborz mountain range, including Mount Damavand, upon descent into Tehran.
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Andaman & Nicobar Islands
Aerial view of the remote and densely forested island chain in the middle of the Bay of Bengal.
Central India
The vast expanse of the Deccan Plateau, featuring ancient river systems and sprawling urban centers.
Dasht-e Lut
The UNESCO-listed salt desert, famous for its massive yardangs and some of the hottest temperatures on Earth.
Mount Damavand
Visible on the descent into IKA, this is Asia's highest volcano and the highest peak in the Middle East.
Tehran Skyline
A panoramic view of the massive metropolis nestled against the towering Alborz mountains.
The right side is ideal for morning arrivals as the rising sun illuminates the Iranian Plateau and the Alborz mountains. For the best view of Mount Damavand during the final descent, ensure you are seated behind the wing. Keep an eye out for the unique 'Kalut' formations in the Lut Desert roughly 2 hours before landing.
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Andaman Sea
Crystal clear views of the turquoise waters shortly after departing the Malaysian coast.
Western Ghats
The lush, green mountain range along the southwestern coast of India, often shrouded in mist.
Strait of Hormuz
Aerial view of one of the world's most strategic maritime chokepoints and the bustling shipping lanes.
Zagros Mountains
Dramatic, folded limestone ridges that create a unique 'washboard' landscape across southern Iran.
Choose the left side for spectacular sunsets when flying in the late afternoon. This side also provides the best perspective of the Persian Gulf's coastline if the flight path takes a more southerly route over the water. Watch for the dramatic transition from the humid tropics to the arid Middle Eastern landscape.
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Get eSIMs for IranDistance: 6,336 km (3,937 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 7 hrs 27 min
Departure: KUL (2.7455799579619997, 101.70999908446998)
Arrival: IKA (35.416099548339844, 51.152198791503906)
Route Type: International
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