BEG → SAW

Belgrade Confluence

Watch the majestic meeting of the Sava and Danube rivers shortly after takeoff from BEG.

Stara Planina Range

Vast views of the Balkan Mountains stretching across eastern Serbia and western Bulgaria.

Black Sea Coastline

As the flight enters Turkish airspace, the deep blue of the Black Sea becomes visible to the north.

Bosphorus Strait

On the standard approach to SAW, you get a clear view of the water separating Europe and Asia.

Northern Forests

See the lush green 'lungs of Istanbul' that border the northern edges of the city's Anatolian side.

Rila and Pirin Peaks

In the distance to the south, the highest mountains in the Balkans are often visible through clear skies.

Edirne Landmarks

The historic city of Edirne, featuring the Selimiye Mosque's four minarets, is often visible near the border.

Sea of Marmara

View the heavy maritime traffic of cargo ships waiting near the entrance to the Bosphorus.

Princes' Islands

A beautiful view of the nine islands in the Marmara Sea, particularly Büyükada and Heybeliada.

Istanbul Coastline

Close-up views of the Pendik and Kartal districts as the plane makes its final approach to Sabiha Gökçen.