Departing passengers will see the sprawling southern districts of Dushanbe and the rugged terrain of the Varzob Valley as the aircraft climbs.
The right side offers a spectacular vantage point for some of Central Asia and Siberia's most iconic landmarks, including the high Pamir-Alay peaks, the Tien Shan range, and the breathtaking approach over Lake Baikal.
The left side offers an extraordinary vantage point over the high Pamir Mountains and the eastern Karakoram range, featuring some of the highest peaks and largest glaciers outside the polar regions.
The left side offers unparalleled views of the central Tianshan mountain range and the iconic Bogda Peak during the approach to Urumqi.
The left side offers a spectacular parallel view of the Greater Caucasus mountain range and a clear sighting of Mount Elbrus, the highest peak in Europe, during the approach to Mineralnye Vody.
The right side offers continuous, high-altitude vistas of the Pamir-Alay and Tien Shan mountain systems, culminating in a spectacular close-up of the Trans-Ili Alatau during the descent.
The left side offers an unparalleled view of the towering Hindu Kush mountains and the Martian-like landscapes of the Iranian desert before approaching the UAE over the Gulf of Oman.
The right side offers a front-row seat to the towering Kyrgyz Ala-Too and the northern fringes of the Pamir-Alay system, providing dramatic views of snow-capped peaks throughout the brief journey.
The right side offers a front-row seat to the dramatic Tian Shan mountain range and the stunning turquoise expanse of Lake Balkhash, providing a superior visual experience compared to the flatter western steppe.
The left side offers an unparalleled view of the Greater Caucasus mountain range as the flight approaches Sochi, including potential sightings of Mount Elbrus, the highest peak in Europe. You also get a better perspective of the vast Amu Darya river and the dramatic transition from the Central Asian deserts to the Black Sea coast.
The right side provides an unparalleled view of the majestic Alborz Mountains and the towering snow-capped cone of Mount Damavand as the flight approaches the Iranian capital.
The left side provides an unparalleled view of the majestic Greater Caucasus Range and the snow-capped peak of Mount Elbrus as you approach southern Russia.
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic peaks of the Caucasus Mountains and the lush northern coastline of Turkey, culminating in a panoramic view of the Bosphorus upon approach to Istanbul.