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Right Side of the Plane

The right side provides a front-row seat to the magnificent Mount Damavand shortly after takeoff and breathtaking aerial views of Qeshm Island and the Persian Gulf during the descent.

Right Side Highlights
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Mount Damavand

Behold the majestic, snow-capped cone of Iran's highest peak, a dormant volcano visible shortly after departure.

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Zagros Mountain Folds

Marvel at the incredible, multi-colored sedimentary folds of the Zagros range as you traverse central Iran.

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Desert Cities

Pass over or near ancient desert hubs like Yazd, recognizable by their unique urban grids and surrounding mountains.

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Qeshm Island

See the massive, dolphin-shaped island featuring the Hara Forests and unique erosional valleys from high above.

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Bandar Abbas Port

Look down at the bustling Shahid Rajaee port, the largest maritime gateway in Iran, during the final approach.

The right side is essential for seeing Mount Damavand; it usually appears 15-20 minutes into the flight. Be aware that afternoon flights may suffer from sun glare on this side. During the final descent, the geological formations of Qeshm Island provide some of the most unique aerial photography opportunities in the region.

Left Side Highlights
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Caspian Coastline

Catch a final glimpse of the lush southern Caspian shore as the aircraft climbs away from Sari.

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Eastern Alborz

Fly over the rugged peaks of the Alborz mountain range, marking the boundary between the green north and dry interior.

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Dasht-e Kavir

View the vast, shimmering expanses of Iran's Great Salt Desert stretching toward the eastern horizon.

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Hormozgan Salt Domes

As the flight nears the coast, look for the unique, dark geological mounds of salt rising from the desert floor.

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Strait of Hormuz

Observe the strategic waterway and the busy shipping lanes where tankers enter the Persian Gulf.

Choose a morning flight for the best lighting on the salt flats of the Dasht-e Kavir. This side is ideal for photographers interested in the stark textures and geometric patterns of the Iranian desert. Watch for the dramatic transition from the humid forests of Mazandaran to the arid central plateau.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,089 km (677 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 27 min

Departure: SRY (36.635799408, 53.1935997009)

Arrival: BND (27.218299865722656, 56.37779998779297)

Route Type: Domestic

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