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SDG → THR
Which side of the plane to sit from Sanandaj Airport (Sanandaj) to Mehrabad International Airport (Teheran)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides an unparalleled vantage point of the snow-capped Alborz mountain range and a clearer view of the Tehran metropolis and Karaj during the descent.
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Northern Zagros Ridges
Dramatic view of the rugged, folded rock formations of the Kurdistan province immediately after takeoff.
Qazvin Agricultural Plains
A patchwork of green and gold fields stretching toward the horizon as the plane crosses the central plateau.
Central Alborz Mountains
The massive northern mountain wall of Iran, often snow-capped, providing a stunning backdrop to the flight.
Karaj Urban Sprawl
The dense residential and industrial layout of Iran's fourth-largest city as you enter the Tehran metropolitan area.
West Tehran Landmarks
Aerial views of the iconic Azadi Square and the high-rise developments of District 22 during the final approach.
Sit on the left (Window A) for a northern view that avoids direct sunlight for most of the morning. On clear days, look far to the northeast during the final 15 minutes of the flight to spot the distant peak of Mount Damavand.
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The prominent 3,584-meter granite peak near Hamadan, visible to the south shortly after reaching cruising altitude.
Kavir Landscape
Beautiful arid textures and seasonal salt crusts characteristic of the high Iranian plateau.
Saveh Orchards
Lush green patches in the desert landscape, famous for producing some of the world's best pomegranates.
Industrial Corridor
The heavy industrial zones and logistical hubs that line the main highway connecting western Iran to the capital.
The right side is excellent for afternoon flights as the sun begins to set, casting long, dramatic shadows over the Zagros foothills. Keep an eye out for the distinct geometric patterns of traditional qanat irrigation systems in the drier regions.
Book Hotels in TeheranDistance: 393 km (244 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 39 min
Departure: SDG (35.24589920043945, 47.00920104980469)
Arrival: THR (35.68920135498047, 51.31340026855469)
Route Type: Domestic
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