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SYZ → KER
Which side of the plane to sit from Shiraz Shahid Dastghaib International Airport (Shiraz) to Kerman Airport (Kerman)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the iconic pink-hued Lake Maharloo immediately after takeoff, followed by a series of striking wetland systems and the agricultural valleys of Fars province.
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Lake Maharloo
A stunning seasonal salt lake known for its vibrant pink and red waters caused by high algae concentrations.
Lake Tashk
An intricate system of islands and peninsulas located just south of Bakhtegan, offering great textures.
Estahban Fig Groves
The world's largest rain-fed fig orchards appearing as vast geometric patterns on the mountain slopes.
Kerman Desert Plateau
Dramatic transition from the Zagros mountains into the high-altitude desert plains of central Iran.
The right side is essential for seeing Lake Maharloo; look out the window within the first 5-10 minutes of takeoff from Shiraz. For morning flights, this side provides excellent high-contrast light for photography of the desert textures near Kerman.
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Lake Bakhtegan
View the expansive white salt crusts and seasonal water channels of Iran's second-largest lake.
Central Zagros Ridges
Witness the dramatic 'folded' geology of the Zagros mountains with sharp limestone peaks.
Neyriz Oasis
A historic desert city appearing as a green island amidst the surrounding arid mountain terrain.
Shahr-e Babak Formations
Observe unique volcanic rock landscapes and high-altitude plateaus as the flight nears Kerman.
Sit on the left for the best views of the rugged mountain spine. This side is particularly scenic during afternoon flights when the sun illuminates the northern faces of the Zagros ridges, highlighting the intricate geological layers.
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Get eSIMs for IranDistance: 428 km (266 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 43 min
Departure: SYZ (29.53919982910156, 52.58980178833008)
Arrival: KER (30.2744007111, 56.9510993958)
Route Type: Domestic
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