IST → LHE

Black Sea Coastline

Initial views of the deep blue Turkish coast and the northern Pontic Mountains immediately after departure.

Caspian Sea South Shore

Observe the massive expanse of the world's largest inland body of water as the flight skirts northern Iran.

Mount Damavand

Look for the majestic, cone-shaped volcanic peak of the Elburz Mountains, the highest point in the Middle East.

Hindu Kush Range

Incredible views of the rugged, glaciated peaks of the western Himalayas as the aircraft enters Pakistani airspace.

Kabul Environs

Depending on the specific airway, you may see the high-altitude valleys and urban sprawl surrounding the Afghan capital.

Central Anatolian Plateau

Vast stretches of Turkey's high-altitude steppe and the unique geological formations of the eastern highlands.

Lake Van

Spot the brilliant turquoise waters of Turkey's largest lake, a saline soda lake surrounded by volcanic peaks.

Zagros Mountains

Stunning views of the parallel limestone ridges and folded rock layers that define western Iran's landscape.

Dasht-e Kavir Desert

Witness the surreal, swirling salt crusts and vast arid basins of the Great Salt Desert in central Iran.

Indus River Basin

As the flight descends into Lahore, the arid terrain gives way to the lush, green patchwork of the Punjab plains.