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RZR → MHD
Which side of the plane to sit from Ramsar Airport (Ramsar) to Mashhad International Airport (Mashhad)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular vantage point over the towering Alborz mountain range, the lush UNESCO-listed Hyrcanian forests, and the dramatic transition from the humid Caspian climate to the arid plateaus of Khorasan.
Hyrcanian Forests
Densely packed ancient broadleaf forests that cover the northern slopes of the Alborz mountains in deep green.
Alborz Mountain Peaks
Rugged, snow-capped peaks including the central and eastern Alborz ridges throughout the mid-flight.
Mount Damavand
On clear days, the iconic cone of Iran's highest peak is visible in the distance to the south-southwest.
Dasht-e Kavir Transition
The stark contrast as the green forest fades into the browns and ochres of the central Iranian desert plateau.
Binalud Mountain Range
The 'Roof of Khorasan' visible during the descent into Mashhad, signaling the approach to the holy city.
The right side is superior for mountain enthusiasts. Choose an afternoon flight to see the Alborz peaks illuminated by the western sun. Keep your eyes peeled shortly after takeoff from Ramsar for the most dramatic forest-to-mountain altitude changes. Look for the Jaghatay mountains during the final 20 minutes of the flight.
Caspian Sea Coastline
Aerial views of the southern shores of the world's largest inland body of water immediately after takeoff.
Coastal Cities
Clear views of Tonekabon, Chaloos, and Nowshahr nestled between the sea and the mountains.
Miankaleh Peninsula
The distinct shape of this wildlife sanctuary and wetland protruding into the Caspian Sea near Behshahr.
Turkmen Sahra Plains
The expansive, flat fertile plains of Golestan province as the aircraft approaches the northeastern border.
Bojnord and Gorgan
Bird's-eye views of the urban centers of the northern Khorasan and Golestan provinces.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct solar glare. This side is ideal for spotting the unique geography of the Gorgan Bay and the distinct line where the forest meets the sea. Watch for the shifting colors of the Caspian water near the shore.
Distance: 803 km (499 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 20 min
Departure: RZR (36.9099006652832, 50.67959976196289)
Arrival: MHD (36.235198974609375, 59.64099884033203)
Route Type: Domestic
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