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MHD → ABD
Which side of the plane to sit from Mashhad International Airport (Mashhad) to Abadan Airport (Abadan)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic transition from the stark white salt pans of the Great Salt Desert to the snow-capped ridges of the central Zagros Mountains.
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Binalud Mountain Range
Witness the 'Roof of Khorasan' with its jagged peaks immediately following takeoff from Mashhad.
Dasht-e Kavir
Spectacular views of the Great Salt Desert's crystalline crusts and geometric salt patterns from high altitude.
Central Zagros Peaks
A breathtaking panorama of the highest ridges in the Zagros chain, often covered in snow until early summer.
Karun River Meanders
Watch Iran's most effluent river wind its way through the Khuzestan plains like a giant silver serpent.
Ahvaz Cityscape
Depending on the specific airway, the industrial and urban sprawl of Ahvaz and its iconic bridges may be visible.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights as the sun will be behind or above the plane, illuminating the Zagros peaks perfectly. Keep your camera ready about 40 minutes into the flight for the best desert textures, and look for the distinctive turquoise color of the Karun River during the descent.
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Khorasan Steppes
Vast, arid landscapes and traditional agricultural settlements visible shortly after departing Mashhad.
Bakhtiari Highlands
View the southern slopes of the Zagros range, characterized by deep valleys and rugged limestone formations.
Shadegan Wetlands
As the flight descends into Abadan, look for the intricate maze of lagoons and reed beds in one of Iran's largest marshes.
Arvand Rud Delta
The confluence of the Tigris, Euphrates, and Karun rivers forming the border between Iran and Iraq.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare. This side provides a better view of the wetlands during the final approach into Abadan, which is particularly vibrant during the winter and spring months when water levels are high.
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Get eSIMs for IranDistance: 1,244 km (773 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 40 min
Departure: MHD (36.235198974609375, 59.64099884033203)
Arrival: ABD (30.371099471999997, 48.2282981873)
Route Type: Domestic
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