ESB → MLX

Lake Mogan

Views of the beautiful Mogan and Eymir lakes south of Ankara during the initial climb.

Tuz Gölü Horizon

On clear days, the shimmering white expanse of the Salt Lake is visible far to the south.

Mount Erciyes

The magnificent snow-capped volcanic peak of Erciyes near Kayseri dominates the mid-flight horizon.

Anti-Taurus Range

The jagged, rocky ridges of the Aladağlar and Bolkar mountains stretching toward the Mediterranean.

Euphrates River Valley

The deep, dramatic canyon carved by the Euphrates River as the flight enters the Eastern Anatolia region.

East Ankara Sprawl

Aerial views of the Mamak district and the rugged Elmadağ terrain shortly after takeoff from ESB.

Kızılırmak River

The winding curves of Turkey's longest river as it snakes through the Central Anatolian plateau.

Anatolian Steppe

A unique perspective of the high-altitude plains and agricultural patterns of the Kırşehir and Yozgat regions.

Karakaya Reservoir

The massive turquoise waters of the Karakaya Dam on the Euphrates River appearing during the final descent.

Malatya Apricot Orchards

The lush green carpet of the world's most famous apricot orchards surrounding the airport area.