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TBZ → MED
Which side of the plane to sit from Tabriz International Airport (Tabriz) to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Airport (Madinah)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a more diverse view of the dramatic Zagros fold-and-thrust belt in Iran and the unique volcanic Harrat landscapes as you enter Saudi Arabia.
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Sahand Mountain
Visible shortly after takeoff, this massive dormant volcano features deep valleys and distinctive erosion patterns.
Zagros Mountains
An incredible bird's-eye view of the parallel limestone ridges and snow-capped peaks of western Iran.
Tigris River Valley
The fertile green strip of Mesopotamia provides a sharp contrast to the surrounding arid landscapes of Iraq.
Ad-Dahna Desert
Vast stretches of golden sands and gravel plains that characterize the northern Arabian Peninsula.
Harrat Khaybar
Stunning dark volcanic fields and cinder cones visible during the descent into the Madinah region.
For morning flights, the left side is ideal as the sun will be behind the aircraft, perfectly illuminating the Zagros ridges and the volcanic craters near Madinah. Ensure you have a window seat clear of the wing to see the complex geological folding of the Iranian plateau.
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Lake Urmia
One of the world's largest permanent salt lakes, appearing in striking shades of turquoise or red depending on the season.
Upper Mesopotamia
The historical plains of northern Iraq, featuring ancient irrigation patterns and nomadic settlements.
Euphrates River
The western boundary of the Fertile Crescent, winding its way through the Syrian and Iraqi deserts.
An Nafud Desert
Famous for its massive, reddish crescent-shaped dunes that stretch as far as the eye can see.
Hejaz Mountains
The rugged, dark mountain range that runs parallel to the Red Sea, signaling the approach to Madinah.
The right side is unbeatable for the first 15 minutes of the flight to see Lake Urmia's salt crusts. On afternoon flights, this side offers a spectacular 'golden hour' view of the An Nafud sand dunes, though you may face some glare from the setting sun.
Book Hotels in MadinahDistance: 1,631 km (1,013 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 10 min
Departure: TBZ (38.1338996887207, 46.23500061035156)
Arrival: MED (24.5534, 39.705101)
Route Type: International
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