ICN → IST

Lake Balkhash

A massive crescent-shaped lake in Kazakhstan, famous for its unique half-fresh, half-salt water composition.

Aral Sea Basin

View the striking remains of the Aral Sea, showcasing the dramatic environmental transformation of the region.

Caucasus Mountains

The flight's crown jewel: the snow-capped peaks of the Greater Caucasus, including the towering Mount Elbrus.

Black Sea Coastline

Aerial views of the lush, green northern coast of Turkey and the deep blue expanse of the Black Sea.

The Bosphorus

During the descent, witness the iconic waterway and bridges that physically separate the European and Asian continents.

Yellow Sea Archipelago

Immediately after takeoff from ICN, view the intricate network of islands along the South Korean western coastline.

Gobi Desert Fringes

Aerial perspective of the vast, arid landscapes of Inner Mongolia and Northern China as the flight moves westward.

Tian Shan Vistas

Distant but sharp views of the 'Heavenly Mountains' as the aircraft traverses the Central Asian corridor.

Southern Caspian Sea

Crossing the world's largest inland body of water, often showing the contrast between the deep blue water and desert shores.

Anatolian Plateau

The rugged, undulating terrain of central Turkey, characterized by reddish soil and high-altitude steppe landscapes.