Book flights to Mashhad (MHD) from Washington(IAD)

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When you fly from Washington to Mashhad with Qatar Airways, every detail is carefully designed to make your journey exceptional from the moment you board. Experience renowned hospitality as our attentive cabin crew welcomes you, ensuring you are well cared for throughout your flight. Step into a modern aircraft interior, where spacious seating and elegant design create a relaxing atmosphere. Settle in and explore Oryx One, our award-winning in-flight entertainment system, offering thousands of movies, TV shows and games. Whether you prefer a light snack or full-course meal, enjoy a menu of gourmet cuisine, freshly prepared and inspired by global flavours. With plush pillows, soft blankets and luxury amenity kits, you can rest in unmatched comfort and arrive feeling refreshed.

Washington Dulles International Airport is a busy international hub serving the USA’s capital, known for its striking main terminal featuring a huge, gracefully curved roof. As you prepare for your departure, orientate yourself within this vast facility.

For transport, you have many options. If you are parking, short and long-term parking is available in garages 1 and 2, offering thousands of covered spaces. The large economy parking area near Route 28 exits has over 12,000 spaces and is serviced by regular shuttle buses to the terminal. Alternatively, taxis, buses, and limousines provide convenient links from Washington D.C.

When flying with Qatar Airways, proceed to Departure Area 2 for check-in. After passing security on the mezzanine level, you will need to board an Aero Train to reach most gates on the four main concourses. Gates H and Z are accessible directly from the terminal. Dulles International offers a wide array of amenities before you fly, including gift shops and cafes serving full meals on the departures level, and car hire and a dedicated pet relief area on the ground floor.

Mashhad is Iran's second-largest city, celebrated for its profound heritage and modern commercial scene. As a major hub in the northeast, its history as a trade centre along the Silk Road has created a truly unique cultural experience for you to discover.

At the heart of the city stands the magnificent Imam Reza Shrine, a key pilgrimage destination. This stunning complex is an architectural jewel, featuring intricate Persian mirror mosaics, grand courtyards, and the revered Goharshad Mosque, built in the 15th century.

Explore Mashhad’s rich literary history by visiting the Tomb of Ferdowsi in nearby Tus, which commemorates the author of the epic 'Shahnameh'. The city’s vibrant bazaars, such as Bazaar Reza, are a treasure trove for shoppers looking for authentic Persian carpets, exquisite saffron, and gemstones like turquoise. For a taste of the local area, dine on traditional dishes like shole mashhadi in the picturesque villages of Torqabeh and Shandiz, nestled in the surrounding mountains.