AYT → EBL

Taurus Mountains

Stunning aerial views of the snow-capped peaks and jagged ridges of the Central Taurus range shortly after takeoff.

Mount Nemrut Region

Aerial perspective of the high Anatolian plateau near Adiyaman, home to the famous ancient statues.

The Tigris River

Watch the historic Tigris river snake through the rocky terrain as you approach the Turkish-Iraqi border.

Mardin

The ancient stone city of Mardin can often be seen perched on its hilltop overlooking the vast Mesopotamian plains.

Zagros Foothills

The dramatic transition from flat plains to the rugged, folded mountains of Northern Iraq during the descent.

Turkish Riviera

Beautiful views of the turquoise coastline and resort towns like Alanya and Side during the initial climb.

Cyprus Silhouette

On clear days, the northern coastline of Cyprus is visible across the Mediterranean Sea to the south.

Adana & Mersin

Large urban areas and busy Mediterranean ports are visible as the flight tracks along the southern coast.

Euphrates River

A clear view of the historic Euphrates river and the Birecik dam as you cross into Southeastern Turkey.

Erbil Citadel

A potential view of the world's oldest continuously inhabited settlement during the final approach into EBL.