ICN → LHR

Gobi Desert

Expansive views of the high-altitude desert plateaus and unique geological formations of Northern China.

Caspian Sea

Crossing the world's largest inland body of water, often appearing as a bright blue mirror against the desert.

Caucasus Range

Dramatic views of the rugged northern slopes of the Caucasus, the natural border between Europe and Asia.

Northern European Plains

Grid-like patterns of Dutch and German farmland interspersed with major cities like Berlin or Amsterdam.

Windsor Castle

On the final approach to LHR (Runway 27R), you get an incredible bird's-eye view of the historic royal residence.

Tien Shan Mountains

Distant but majestic views of the snow-capped 'Celestial Mountains' along the border of China and Kyrgyzstan.

Black Sea Coastline

A beautiful view of the southern transition from the Caucasus Mountains to the deep blue of the Black Sea.

The Alps

On more southerly flight corridors, you can catch the jagged, glaciated peaks of the European Alps to the south.

Central London Skyline

Views of the Shard, the London Eye, and the City of London if the aircraft enters an eastern holding pattern.

Thames Estuary

The winding path of the River Thames as it opens up into the North Sea during the initial UK landfall.