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TAS → IKA
Which side of the plane to sit from Tashkent International Airport (Tashkent) to Imam Khomeini International Airport (Tehran)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is significantly more scenic as it provides a front-row seat to the dramatic Alborz Mountain range and the iconic, snow-capped Mount Damavand during the approach to Tehran.
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Kopet Dag Range
Rugged and jagged mountain peaks that form the natural border between Turkmenistan and Iran.
Ashgabat
The white-marble capital of Turkmenistan is often visible in the distance as a shimmering oasis.
Caspian Sea Horizon
On clear days, the northern horizon reveals the deep blue expanse of the world's largest inland body of water.
Mount Damavand
The highest peak in Iran and the highest volcano in Asia, featuring a stunning symmetrical cone shape.
Alborz Mountains
A continuous wall of dramatic, high-altitude peaks that guide the flight path toward Imam Khomeini International.
Sit on the right for the ultimate view of Mount Damavand. It typically appears about 20-30 minutes before landing. Morning flights are highly recommended to avoid the haze that often builds up over the Iranian plateau in the afternoon. Ensure your window is clean for high-contrast mountain photography.
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Tashkent Cityscape
Aerial views of the Uzbek capital's sprawling parks and Soviet-era urban planning immediately after takeoff.
Samarkand Region
The route passes near this legendary Silk Road city, offering glimpses of the surrounding fertile Zarafshan Valley.
Karakum Desert
The vast, golden expanse of the 'Black Sand' desert stretching across Turkmenistan.
Dasht-e Kavir
Views of the Great Salt Desert in Iran, known for its surreal salt crusts and desolate beauty.
The left side is best for witnessing the sunrise if flying early in the morning. Keep an eye out for the intricate irrigation patterns near the Amu Darya river which contrast sharply with the surrounding arid landscapes.
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Get eSIMs for IranDistance: 1,705 km (1,059 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 16 min
Departure: TAS (41.257900238000005, 69.2811965942)
Arrival: IKA (35.416099548339844, 51.152198791503906)
Route Type: International
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