DXB → EBL

Dubai Downtown

The best perspective of the Burj Khalifa and the dense cluster of skyscrapers along Sheikh Zayed Road.

Palm Jumeirah

An aerial view of the man-made islands and The World archipelago as the plane climbs toward the north.

Zagros Mountains

The defining feature of the flight, showcasing massive limestone ridges and deep canyons crossing into Iraq.

Snow-capped Peaks

In winter and early spring, the high-altitude summits near the border provide a stunning contrast to the desert landscape.

Dukan Lake

The largest lake in Iraqi Kurdistan is often visible as a bright blue oasis amidst the rocky northern terrain.

Jumeirah Coastline

Clear views of the Burj Al Arab and the white sands of the Jumeirah beach stretch shortly after departure.

Persian Gulf

Expansive turquoise waters dotted with oil platforms and cargo ships navigating the Strait of Hormuz corridors.

Mesopotamian Plains

As you enter Iraqi airspace, view the fertile floodplains where the Tigris river basin begins to emerge.

Erbil Citadel

During the final descent into EBL, you can often spot the circular ancient heart of one of the world's oldest cities.