From RAS?
Tip: Sit on the left side for takeoff.
Passengers will enjoy sweeping views of the lush green Gilan plains and the majestic Alborz Mountains stretching along the southern horizon.
Passengers will enjoy sweeping views of the lush green Gilan plains and the majestic Alborz Mountains stretching along the southern horizon.
The left side offers the most iconic Iranian landmarks, including potential views of the majestic Mount Damavand and the striking white expanse of Namak Lake.
The Left Side is superior for this North-to-South traversal as it offers views of the Eastern Alborz range, the mesmerizing salt patterns of the Dasht-e Kavir, and the iconic colorful islands of the Persian Gulf upon arrival.
The left side offers the most dramatic panoramic views of the Alborz mountain range and the iconic, snow-capped cone of Mount Damavand as the flight heads south towards the capital.
The right side offers a dramatic transition from the lush Caspian forests over the Sefidrud gorge and provides a spectacular view of the Dez Dam and the meandering Karun River during the descent into Ahwaz.
The left side offers a stunning and unique perspective of the Caspian Sea coastline and the lush, ancient Hyrcanian forests, providing a rare green contrast to Iran's predominantly arid interior.
The right side offers a superior sequence of geographic transitions, from the lush forests of Gilan and the historic rivers of Mesopotamia to the unique volcanic landscapes and red dunes of northern Saudi Arabia.
While both sides offer stunning views of Iran's diverse topography, the right side provides a more dramatic perspective of the Alborz descent, the complex folding of the Zagros Mountains, and the striking transition to the Persian Gulf coastline.