IST → GZT

Istanbul Pass

Brief but stunning views of the Marmara Sea and the city outskirts during departure.

Salt Lake (Tuz Gölü)

A massive, bright white salt pan that is one of the most striking aerial sights in Turkey.

Mount Hasan

The distinctive silhouette of an inactive volcano rising from the Anatolian plateau.

Central Taurus Range

Dramatic limestone peaks and deep valleys as the flight crosses into the Mediterranean hinterland.

Upper Mesopotamia Plains

The transition into the fertile, reddish-brown agricultural landscapes surrounding Gaziantep.

Black Sea Coastline

Initial views of the lush green northern coast as the plane climbs out of Istanbul.

Bolu Forests

Dense pine forests and rugged terrain of the Western Black Sea mountains.

Ankara Skyline

Distant views of the Turkish capital city and its sprawling northern suburbs.

Kızılırmak River

The winding curves of Turkey's longest internal river visible during the cruise phase.

Anti-Taurus Mountains

Sharp, snow-capped peaks visible during the descent towards the southeast.