When landing at Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA), sit on the Left side for the best views. IKA's primary runway alignment (09/27) means most approaches come from the northwest, giving left-side passengers direct views of the Alborz Mountains as you descend. You'll also see the Caspian Sea coastal plains and the Tehran urban sprawl to your left during the final approach corridor. Notable sights include: Alborz Mountain Range (north), Caspian Sea coastal plains (northwest), Tehran metropolitan area (east), Karaj city and industrial zones (northeast).

Arriving at Imam Khomeini International Airport in Tehran, passengers on the Left side enjoy views of Alborz Mountain Range (north), Caspian Sea coastal plains (northwest), Tehran metropolitan area (east), Karaj city and industrial zones (northeast). IKA's primary runway alignment (09/27) means most approaches come from the northwest, giving left-side passengers direct views of the Alborz Mountains as you descend. You'll also see the Caspian Sea coastal plains and the Tehran urban sprawl to your left during the final approach corridor.

The best window seat landing at Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) depends on several factors: the approach path and runway in use, geographic features around Tehran (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening arrivals often offer the best lighting.