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RAS → BND
Which side of the plane to sit from Sardar-e-Jangal Airport (Rasht) to Bandar Abbas International Airport (Bandar Abbas)?
Left Side of the Plane
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.
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Caspian Shoreline
A final look at the lush, humid coastline of the Caspian Sea as the aircraft climbs away from Rasht.
Eastern Alborz Peaks
Dramatic views of the rugged mountain peaks that separate the humid north from the arid central plateau.
Dasht-e Kavir Salt Crusts
Witness the surreal white and geometric patterns of the Great Salt Desert's vast pans.
Lut Desert Fringes
As you move south, see the outskirts of the Lut Desert, known for some of the hottest temperatures on Earth.
Hormuz Island
During the descent into Bandar Abbas, look for the striking red soil and volcanic landscapes of Hormuz Island.
Book an early morning flight for the best lighting over the Alborz mountains and to avoid the midday haze that often obscures the desert floor. The left side is particularly spectacular during the final 15 minutes of the flight when the colorful islands of the Strait of Hormuz come into view. Keep your camera ready for the sudden transition from brown desert to deep blue sea.
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Hyrcanian Forests
Immediate views of the UNESCO-listed ancient green forests surrounding the Gilan province.
Namak Lake
A massive salt lake located south of Tehran that glows bright white against the surrounding brown terrain.
Zagros Ridges
The eastern edges of the Zagros mountain range display incredible geological folding patterns.
Hara Mangrove Forests
On the final approach, look for the green patches of mangrove forests near Qeshm Island.
Bandar Abbas Port
Aerial view of Iran's most strategic commercial port with dozens of cargo ships anchored in the Gulf.
The right side provides a great perspective of the urban sprawl of central Iranian cities from a distance. If flying in the late afternoon, this side will experience direct sunlight, which may cause glare and make photography difficult. It is excellent for seeing the industrial scale of the Bandar Abbas coastline during the landing phase.
Book Hotels in Bandar AbbasDistance: 1,290 km (802 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 43 min
Departure: RAS (37.323333, 49.617778)
Arrival: BND (27.218299865722656, 56.37779998779297)
Route Type: Domestic
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