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MHD → DOH
Which side of the plane to sit from Mashhad International Airport (Mashhad) to Hamad International Airport (Doha)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side offers a superior perspective of the dramatic Zagros Mountain range's folded rock formations and a better angle of the Persian Gulf islands during the descent into Doha.
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Zagros Mountains
Incredible views of the folded geological structures and snow-capped peaks of the central and southern Zagros.
Namakdan Salt Domes
Look for the distinct white and circular geological salt structures scattered throughout the southern Iranian landscape.
Kish Island
The prominent oval-shaped resort island of Iran visible as a turquoise jewel in the Persian Gulf.
Lusail Iconic Stadium
Spot the massive golden-bowl stadium and the futuristic Lusail skyline during the northern approach to Doha.
Offshore Oil Rigs
Dotted across the Gulf, these platforms look like tiny stars on the water during evening or night flights.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to enjoy the sunset over the Persian Gulf. During the descent, the aircraft often banks over the water, providing a panoramic view of the Pearl-Qatar and West Bay skyline. Have your camera ready as you cross the Iranian coastline for the most dramatic terrain changes.
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Dasht-e Lut
Views of the western edge of the Lut Desert, known for some of the highest surface temperatures on Earth.
Kerman Basin
The high-altitude plateau surroundings of Kerman, featuring unique arid landscapes and nearby peaks.
Strait of Hormuz
Distal views of the strategic waterway as the aircraft transitions from Iranian airspace over the water.
Hamad Port
Observation of Qatar's massive maritime logistics hub just before touching down at DOH.
Choose the left side for morning departures to keep the sun behind you. This side is excellent for seeing the deep shadows of the desert yardangs early in the day. Keep an eye out for the vast industrial developments of the Qatari coast during the final five minutes of the flight.
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Get eSIMs for QatarDistance: 1,439 km (894 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 55 min
Departure: MHD (36.235198974609375, 59.64099884033203)
Arrival: DOH (25.273056, 51.608056)
Route Type: International
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