IST → ZRH

Sea of Marmara

Glittering views of the southern Istanbul coastline and the entrance to the Bosphorus shortly after takeoff.

Dinaric Alps

The rugged, limestone peaks stretching across the Balkan Peninsula provide a dramatic middle-flight backdrop.

Swiss Alpine Panorama

Front-row seats to the high, snow-capped peaks of the central Alps as the plane begins its descent into Switzerland.

Lake Zurich

Exquisite views of the long, crescent-shaped lake and the surrounding gold coast villas during the final approach.

Glarus Alps

Spot the jagged, UNESCO-protected tectonic arena of Sardona while cruising over eastern Switzerland.

Black Sea Coast

Immediate views of the northern Turkish shoreline and the vast expanse of the Black Sea upon departure from IST.

The Danube River

The plane often tracks parallel to this historic river as it snakes through the border regions of Bulgaria and Romania.

Lake Constance

The massive 'Bodensee' lake bordering Germany, Austria, and Switzerland is a major landmark shortly before landing.

Black Forest

On clear days, the dense, dark canopies of the German Schwarzwald are visible to the northwest during the arrival phase.

Rhine Falls

If the plane approaches from the north, you can spot Europe's most powerful waterfall near the town of Schaffhausen.