The descent provides a clear look at the bustling Bandar Abbas port infrastructure and the dense urban skyline along the coastline.
The right side provides a front-row seat to the magnificent Mount Damavand shortly after takeoff and breathtaking aerial views of Qeshm Island and the Persian Gulf during the descent.
The right side offers an incredible perspective of the Persian Gulf islands, featuring the rugged southern coastline of Qeshm and the vibrant colors of Hormuz Island during the descent.
The left side offers an unparalleled view of the UNESCO-listed Dasht-e Lut desert, featuring dramatic yardang formations (Kaluts), followed by a panoramic entry into the Strait of Hormuz and views of Qeshm Island.
The right side offers a spectacular vantage point of the Persian Gulf coastline, including major islands like Kish and Qeshm, and the dramatic industrial lighting of the South Pars gas fields.
The right side offers a superior sequence of geological wonders, ranging from the vast salt flats of Sirjan to the dramatic coastal approach featuring Qeshm Island and the Persian Gulf's turquoise waters.
The right side offers spectacular views of Lake Urmia, the heart of the Zagros Mountains, and the stunning approach over the Persian Gulf and Qeshm Island.
The right side offers a superior sequence of diverse Iranian landscapes, featuring the striking white crust of Namak Lake, the rugged ridges of the Zagros Mountains, and a spectacular aerial view of Qeshm Island upon approach.
The right side offers spectacular views of the unique Makran geological formations, including the famous Martian Mountains, and the dramatic intersection where the desert meets the Gulf of Oman.
The left side offers the most dramatic views of the pink-hued Maharloo Lake shortly after takeoff and a spectacular perspective of the colorful Hormuz Island during the final approach into Bandar Abbas.
The Left Side is superior for this North-to-South traversal as it offers views of the Eastern Alborz range, the mesmerizing salt patterns of the Dasht-e Kavir, and the iconic colorful islands of the Persian Gulf upon arrival.
The right side offers a superior view of the dramatic Zagros Mountain range and the urban sprawl of Esfahan upon departure, finishing with the blue expanse of the Persian Gulf.
The right side offers spectacular views of the rugged Musandam Peninsula and the uniquely colorful geology of Hormuz Island during the final approach.