BHX → ASB

North Sea Coastline

Exiting the UK, you get views of the Norfolk coast and the dense network of offshore wind farms in the North Sea.

Northern European Plain

Clear views over the Netherlands, Northern Germany, and Poland, featuring a tapestry of agricultural land and major rivers like the Elbe.

Greater Caucasus Range

The highlight of the trip, featuring snow-capped peaks and potentially Mount Elbrus, the highest point in Europe, depending on the specific airway.

Caspian Sea

A long transit over the world's largest inland body of water, often appearing deep blue or turquoise near the coastal shelf.

Karakum Desert

As you descend into Ashgabat, the vast, golden ripples of the Karakum Desert dominate the horizon to the north.

London & SE England

Depending on the departure turn, you may see the distant sprawl of London and the Thames Estuary to the south.

The Carpathians

Views of the rugged and forested Carpathian Mountains as the flight passes over Romania or the border regions.

Black Sea Coast

Observation of the southern Black Sea coastline, showing the transition from water to the rugged Pontic Mountains.

Lesser Caucasus

Views of the volcanic plateaus and ridgelines across Georgia and Azerbaijan to the south of the flight path.

Kopet Dag Mountains

During the final approach into Ashgabat, these dramatic mountains forming the border with Iran are clearly visible to the south.