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THR → OMH
Which side of the plane to sit from Mehrabad International Airport (Teheran) to Urmia Airport (Uromiyeh)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the towering Alborz mountain range shortly after takeoff and provides a direct, high-altitude perspective of the stunning colors and salt formations of Lake Urmia during the descent.
Alborz Mountain Range
Breathtaking views of the rugged, snow-capped peaks of the Alborz mountains running parallel to the flight path.
Mount Damavand (Distant)
On clear days, the iconic volcanic cone of Damavand is visible peeking over the horizon behind Tehran during the initial climb.
Manjil Gap
The deep valley where the Sefidrud river cuts through the mountains, often marked by heavy cloud banks or wind turbine clusters.
Lake Urmia Salt Flats
A spectacular view of the salt-encrusted shores and the vibrant red or turquoise water of the lake's northern basin.
Urmia Lake Bridge
The major causeway and bridge connecting East and West Azerbaijan provinces, clearly visible during the final approach.
The right side is the definitive choice for this route. Aim for a morning flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the mountains and the colors of Lake Urmia. The descent into OMH over the lake is one of the most scenic approach paths in Iran; keep your camera ready for the unique crystalline salt formations along the water's edge.
West Tehran Urban Sprawl
Aerial view of the massive residential expansions in West Tehran and Karaj shortly after departure from Mehrabad.
Qazvin Agricultural Plains
Vast stretches of organized farmland that define the fertile corridor between the Alborz mountains and the central plateau.
Zanjan Arid Landscapes
Dramatic erosion patterns and reddish soil formations characteristic of the Zanjan province terrain.
Southern Lake Urmia
A view of the southern wetlands and the changing shoreline of the hypersaline lake as you approach for landing.
Sit on the left if you prefer seeing the urban density of the capital and the geographic transition into the arid hills of western Iran. For evening flights, this side will catch the warm glow of the setting sun over the Zagros foothills in the distance.
Distance: 599 km (372 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr
Departure: THR (35.68920135498047, 51.31340026855469)
Arrival: OMH (37.6680984497, 45.068698883100005)
Route Type: Domestic
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