DWC → UFA

Dubai Skyline

Offers a panoramic view of the Burj Khalifa and the downtown cluster shortly after departure.

Dasht-e Kavir

The Great Salt Desert of Iran features striking salt crust patterns and arid geological formations.

Mount Damavand

The highest peak in the Middle East; this iconic snow-capped volcano is the star feature north of Tehran.

Mangystau Peninsula

The rugged, desert-like coastline of Kazakhstan where the Caspian Sea meets the limestone cliffs.

Southern Urals

Ancient, rolling mountain peaks that mark the boundary between Europe and Asia during the final approach.

Palm Jebel Ali

Visible almost immediately after takeoff from DWC, this massive man-made island is prominent on the left wing.

Zagros Mountains

Dramatic views of the western Iranian mountain ranges with deep canyons and limestone ridges.

Western Caspian Sea

Views across the world's largest inland body of water, often catching the lights of Baku in the distance on night flights.

Volga River Delta

As the flight nears Russia, the intricate network of the Volga's entry into the Caspian creates a unique pattern.

Samara Bend

The massive curve of the Volga River near Samara is visible as the flight turns toward the Urals.