IST → HEL

Istanbul Outskirts

Aerial views of the new Istanbul Airport architecture and the forested hills of Arnavutköy.

Carpathian Mountains

The rugged, snow-capped peaks of the Southern Carpathians in Romania provide a dramatic mid-flight view.

Transylvanian Plateau

The rolling hills and dense forests of central Romania, often shrouded in atmospheric mist.

Warsaw Skyline

On clear days, the modern skyscrapers of the Polish capital are visible as the flight traverses Central Europe.

Baltic Coastline

Sweeping views of the white sandy beaches and the Curonian Spit as you approach the Baltics.

Black Sea Coast

Immediate views of the turquoise Black Sea waters following a northbound departure from IST.

Danubian Plain

The vast, golden agricultural heartlands of northern Bulgaria and southern Romania.

Tallinn & Riga

Distant but clear views of the medieval spires of the Baltic capitals during the descent.

Finnish Archipelago

A stunning mosaic of thousands of granite islands scattered across the Gulf of Finland.

Finnish Taiga

The deep green expanse of endless pine and spruce forests surrounding Helsinki Vantaa.