GYD → URC

Karakum Desert

Striking views of the 'Black Sands' and the irrigation canals carved through the arid landscape.

Pamir Mountains

The high-altitude 'Roof of the World' peaks visible to the south during the mid-flight transit.

Issyk-Kul Lake

A magnificent view of the world's second-largest alpine lake, famous for its vivid turquoise color.

Tian Shan Glaciers

Close-up views of permanent snowcaps and glaciers as the flight paths alongside the 'Celestial Mountains'.

Urumqi Cityscape

The dramatic contrast between the high-rise urban center and the surrounding mountain backdrop upon arrival.

Caspian Sea Crossing

Aerial views of the deep blue Caspian Sea immediately after departing from Baku's Absheron Peninsula.

Ustyurt Plateau

Unique limestone formations and vast desert landscapes as the flight enters Central Asian airspace.

Kazakh Steppes

The immense, flat expanses of the southern Kazakh plains showing the scale of the ancient Silk Road.

Northern Tien Shan

Distal views of the rugged peaks marking the transition into Western China.

North Urumqi Suburbs

The industrial and agricultural expansion areas north of the city during the descent into URC.