IST → ASR

Istanbul Landmarks

Potential views of the Bosphorus bridges, the Golden Horn, and the historic peninsula immediately after departure.

Istanbul Finance Center

The rapidly developing skyline of the Asian side of Istanbul is often visible during the initial climb.

Tuz Gölü (Salt Lake)

On clear days, the shimmering white expanse of Turkey's second-largest lake can be seen far to the south.

Mount Erciyes

The crowning jewel of the flight; a massive, snow-capped dormant volcano that looms over the approach into Kayseri.

Black Sea Coastline

Depending on the takeoff direction, you may see the turquoise waters and rugged cliffs of the northern Istanbul coast.

Bolu Mountains

Dense green forests and the rolling hills of the Western Pontic Mountains dominate the first half of the flight.

Köroğlu Mountains

Dramatic rocky outcrops and deep valleys visible as the plane traverses the northern edge of the Anatolian plateau.

Central Anatolian Plains

A patchwork of golden wheat fields and agricultural landscapes that stretch toward the horizon near Kırşehir.