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KWI → SYZ
Which side of the plane to sit from Kuwait International Airport (Kuwait) to Shiraz Shahid Dastghaib International Airport (Shiraz)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the dramatic transition from the Persian Gulf to the rugged Zagros Mountains and the striking pink waters of Lake Maharloo during the final approach.
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Kuwait City Skyline
Aerial view of the Kuwait Towers and the dense urban development of the capital shortly after takeoff.
Bubiyan Island
The largest island in Kuwait, featuring a unique marshy landscape near the Shatt al-Arab delta.
Shatt al-Arab Delta
The confluence of the Tigris and Euphrates rivers meeting the sea at the Iraq-Iran border.
Zagros Mountain Range
Incredible views of the folded mountain belts and high altitude peaks as the plane enters Iranian airspace.
Lake Maharloo
A seasonal salt lake known for its vibrant pink color due to algae, visible just southeast of Shiraz.
Sit on the left for the approach into SYZ; if the flight path circles from the east, you will get a perfect view of the pink Lake Maharloo. Morning flights are ideal as the sun will be behind you, illuminating the mountain ridges clearly.
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Mina Al Ahmadi
One of the world's largest oil port facilities, showcasing the scale of Kuwait's petroleum industry.
Persian Gulf Traffic
Frequent sightings of massive oil tankers and cargo ships navigating the narrow shipping lanes.
Kharg Island
A glimpse of Iran's primary oil export terminal situated in the middle of the Gulf.
Fars Plateaus
The arid and dramatic geological formations of the Fars province plateau during the descent.
The right side is excellent for observing maritime activity and the industrial infrastructure of the Gulf. During sunset flights, this side offers beautiful views of the sun dipping below the horizon over the water.
Book Hotels in ShirazDistance: 449 km (279 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 45 min
Departure: KWI (29.226600646972656, 47.96889877319336)
Arrival: SYZ (29.53919982910156, 52.58980178833008)
Route Type: International
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