DME → DWC

Greater Caucasus

Stunning views of the snow-capped peaks of the Caucasus, including Mount Elbrus on clear days.

Lake Urmia

A massive hypersaline lake in northwestern Iran that often displays a striking reddish or orange tint.

Zagros Mountains

Incredible fold-and-thrust belt formations that look like giant ripples across the Iranian landscape.

Dubai Skyline

On the final approach to Al Maktoum (DWC), you can often see the Burj Khalifa and the Palm Jumeirah in the distance.

Caspian Sea

The world's largest inland body of water, offering vast blue vistas as the plane flies south toward the Middle East.

Baku Cityscape

The capital of Azerbaijan and its Flame Towers are often visible along the western shore of the Caspian.

Dasht-e Kavir

The Great Salt Desert in Iran showcases alien-looking salt flats and geometric terrain patterns.

Qeshm Island

A large dolphin-shaped island in the Strait of Hormuz known for its unique geological formations.