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THR → PFQ
Which side of the plane to sit from Mehrabad International Airport (Teheran) to Parsabade Moghan Airport (Parsabad)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a stunning close-up of Mount Sabalan and the unique historical architecture visible across the Zanjan and Ardabil plains.
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Mount Sabalan
An inactive stratovolcano and Iran's third highest peak, often featuring a snow-capped summit and a hidden crater lake.
Soltaniyeh Dome
The massive turquoise-tiled dome of this UNESCO World Heritage site is visible as a landmark near Zanjan.
Ardabil High Plains
High-altitude agricultural plateaus that offer a colorful patchwork of fields during the spring and summer.
Aras River Border
The winding river marking the international boundary between Iran and Azerbaijan as the plane nears Parsabad.
Book a seat on the left side for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun. Mount Sabalan typically appears during the latter half of the journey; keep your camera ready for its massive silhouette. In winter, the entire landscape on this side is blanketed in heavy snow, offering a stark, beautiful white vista.
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Central Alborz Range
Dramatic views of the rugged mountain peaks immediately after takeoff from Tehran's Mehrabad airport.
Sefidrud Reservoir
The large body of water near Manjil, surrounded by one of the largest wind farms in the region.
Talesh Mountains
The forested slopes that separate the arid interior plateau from the humid Caspian Sea basin.
Moghan Steppe
The fertile, low-lying plains of Parsabad known for intensive agriculture and fruit orchards during the descent.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to witness the sunset reflecting off the Sefidrud reservoir and the Alborz peaks. Look for the massive wind turbines near Manjil shortly after reaching cruising altitude. As you descend into PFQ, watch for the shift from rugged mountains to the extremely flat, lush Moghan agricultural grid.
Book Hotels in ParsabadDistance: 530 km (329 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 53 min
Departure: THR (35.68920135498047, 51.31340026855469)
Arrival: PFQ (39.60359954834, 47.881500244140994)
Route Type: Domestic
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