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MHD → IFN
Which side of the plane to sit from Mashhad International Airport (Mashhad) to Esfahan Shahid Beheshti International Airport (Esfahan)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers unparalleled views of the vast Dasht-e Kavir (Great Salt Desert) and the unique geological formations of the central Iranian plateau, especially during the descent into Esfahan.
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Binalud Southern Slopes
Aerial view of the rugged terrain south of Mashhad as the aircraft climbs to cruising altitude.
Dasht-e Kavir
Stunning vistas of the Great Salt Desert, featuring intricate salt crust patterns and vast uninhabited expanses.
Alluvial Fans
Distinctive fan-shaped sediment deposits visible at the base of the mountains where they meet the desert floor.
Esfahan Suburbs
The approach over the southern outskirts of Esfahan, showing the transition from desert to urban greenery.
The left side is superior for midday flights as it generally avoids direct sun glare. Look for the striking white salt flats of the Kavir desert roughly 30 minutes into the flight. In winter, the contrast between snow-capped peaks and the golden desert is exceptional.
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Mashhad Cityscape
A potential view of the Holy Shrine of Imam Reza and the dense urban grid of Mashhad immediately after takeoff.
Binalud Mountain Range
Dramatic views of the highest peaks in the Razavi Khorasan province lining the horizon to the north.
Industrial Corridors
Observation of the industrial and mining developments near Sabzevar and the northern desert fringes.
IFN Final Approach
Clear views of the Shahid Beheshti airbase and airport infrastructure during the final descent stage.
Choose the right side if flying during sunset for a dramatic orange glow over the Binalud mountains. Keep an eye out for the historic city of Semnan in the far distance if the flight path tracks slightly further north than usual.
Book Hotels in EsfahanDistance: 811 km (504 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 21 min
Departure: MHD (36.235198974609375, 59.64099884033203)
Arrival: IFN (32.75080108642578, 51.86130142211914)
Route Type: Domestic
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