IST → KBP

Thrace Coastline

Striking views of the Turkish Black Sea coast immediately following takeoff from Istanbul Airport.

Odesa & Dniester

Aerial views of the Port of Odesa and the unique geography of the Dniester Estuary as you enter Ukrainian airspace.

Ukrainian Steppes

A vast, colorful patchwork of agricultural fields and rural villages stretching across the central plains.

Kyiv Cityscape

Panoramic views of the Motherland Monument and the Pechersk Lavra's golden domes if landing from the south.

Dnieper West Bank

Clear sights of the high banks of the Dnieper River as the aircraft aligns for the Boryspil descent.

The Bosphorus

A distant but clear view of the strait dividing Europe and Asia if the flight path turns eastward after departure.

Black Sea Shipping

Observe the numerous cargo ships and tankers waiting to enter the Bosphorus from the north.

Dnieper Estuary

The wide expanse where Ukraine's most famous river meets the Black Sea near Mykolaiv.

Dnipro Meanders

The winding curves of the Dnieper River as it flows through the southern and central regions.

Polissya Landscapes

Dense forest patches and the vast Kyiv Reservoir visible just north of the airport area.