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MHD → ACZ
Which side of the plane to sit from Mashhad International Airport (Mashhad) to Zabol Airport (Zabol)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers spectacular views of the eastern edge of the Dasht-e Lut, a UNESCO World Heritage desert, along with the dramatic Binalud mountains during departure and the Hamun wetland basin upon arrival.
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Binalud Mountain Range
Striking views of the 'Roof of Khorasan' peaks shortly after departing Mashhad International Airport.
Dasht-e Lut Edge
The periphery of the Lut Desert, showcasing vast orange sands and extreme geological desolation.
Crystalline Salt Flats
Brilliant white salt pans and seasonal drainage basins reflecting the intense sun of the plateau.
Wind-Sculpted Yardangs
Distant glimpses of unique desert formations carved by centuries of intense wind erosion.
Hamun Lake Basin
The seasonal wetland system of Sistan, appearing as a vast white salt crust or shallow water depending on the season.
The right side is the prime spot for desert photography. Mid-day flights reveal the stark white of the salt flats, while late afternoon flights cast dramatic shadows over the desert yardangs. Watch for the Hamun basin during the final 15 minutes of the flight; its scale is best appreciated from above.
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Mashhad Cityscape
Aerial view of Iran's second-largest city and the gold-domed Imam Reza Shrine shortly after takeoff.
Eastern Highland Ridges
The rugged, arid mountain ranges of South Khorasan that line the border region with Afghanistan.
Birjand Oases
Small clusters of green vegetation and traditional desert settlements visible against the brown terrain.
Afghan Borderlands
The vast, desolate plains of the Sistan Basin stretching eastward toward the international boundary.
Sit on the left for the best views of Mashhad's urban expansion during departure. In the morning, the light hits the eastern mountain ridges perfectly, highlighting the geological folds. Look for dust plumes if flying during the '120-day wind' season (summer).
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Get eSIMs for IranDistance: 598 km (372 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr
Departure: MHD (36.235198974609375, 59.64099884033203)
Arrival: ACZ (31.09830093383789, 61.54389953613281)
Route Type: Domestic
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