The left side offers the best perspective of the urban layout and the Zayanderud river as you descend toward the airport over the arid Iranian plateau.
The right side provides an unparalleled view of the Karun River's massive dam system and the highest, most rugged peaks of the central Zagros Mountains.
The right side of the aircraft offers an incredible journey across the most dramatic topography, featuring the Taurus Mountains, the deep blue expanse of Lake Van, and the magnificent folded ridges of the Zagros range.
The right side offers a spectacular view of the Dubai skyline upon departure and provides the best angle for the dramatic, snow-capped peaks of the High Zagros Mountains and the pink-tinted salt lakes near Shiraz.
The right side offers a superior vantage point for spotting the Holy City of Makkah shortly after takeoff, the sprawling capital of Riyadh, and the most dramatic folded ridges of the Central Zagros Mountains during the descent into Esfahan.
The left side offers a superior view of the unique Namak Salt Lake and the striking, contrasting desert landscapes of central Iran.
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic transition from the azure waters of the Persian Gulf to the rugged, snow-capped peaks of the central Zagros Mountains.
The left side offers a superior view of the dramatic geological folds of the Zagros Mountains and the immediate coastal industrial landscape of the South Pars gas fields upon takeoff.
The left side provides a superior vantage point for viewing Iran's most iconic archaeological treasures, including the ruins of Persepolis and Naqsh-e Rostam, shortly after departure.
The right side of the aircraft offers an unparalleled view of the majestic Zagros Mountains and, depending on the specific flight corridor, distant glimpses of the unique colors of Lake Urmia.
The right side offers superior views of the towering Zagros mountain peaks, including the Dena range, and unique geological features like salt domes.
The left side offers the most dramatic views of the Central Zagros mountain range, including the towering Zard-Kuh peaks and the winding Karun River, which are much more prominent from this perspective.
The left side offers a front-row seat to the dramatic folded geology of the Zagros Mountains and the striking white expanses of the Fars province salt lakes.