At Rasht in Rasht: for takeoff, sit on the Left side; for landing, sit on the Left side. Notable views include: Caspian Sea coastline, Alborz Mountain range to the south, Rasht city grid below during initial climb, Anzali Lagoon (if visible during northward departure).

When taking off from Rasht (RAS), sit on the Left side for the best views. During departure from Rasht, aircraft typically climb northward or northwestward toward the Caspian Sea. The left side offers immediate views of the Caspian coastline and the dramatic transition from the Alborz Mountains (visible to the south and southeast) to the coastal plains. The right side faces inland terrain with less dramatic relief. Notable sights include: Caspian Sea coastline, Alborz Mountain range to the south, Rasht city grid below during initial climb, Anzali Lagoon (if visible during northward departure).

When landing at Rasht (RAS), sit on the Left side for the best views. Rasht Airport's primary runway orientation (09/27) means most approaches come from the northwest over the Caspian Sea coastal plains. The left side offers views of the Caspian coastline, the Alborz Mountains to the south, and the agricultural plains of Gilan Province during descent. Notable sights include: Caspian Sea coastline, Alborz Mountain range (southern horizon), Rasht city grid, Gilan Province rice paddies and wetlands.

The best window seat at Rasht (RAS) depends on several factors: the typical runway used for your departure or arrival, the geographic features around Rasht (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening flights often offer the best lighting for scenic views.