ISU → DXB

Shatt al-Arab

The historic confluence of the Tigris and Euphrates rivers as they flow into the Persian Gulf.

Kuwait City

A clear view of the Kuwait Towers and the dense urban sprawl of the capital city as you fly south.

Offshore Oil Platforms

Dozens of illuminated oil rigs and tankers dotting the Gulf waters, looking like stars at night.

The Palm Jumeirah

The world-famous man-made island is often visible in its entirety during the descent into DXB.

Burj Khalifa

An unparalleled view of the world's tallest building standing tall above the Dubai downtown skyline.

Zagros Mountains

Dramatic views of the snow-capped or rugged ridges lining the Iraq-Iran border shortly after takeoff.

Iranian Coastline

The winding, arid coastline of southern Iran and the turquoise inlets of the eastern Persian Gulf.

Qeshm Island

Depending on the specific airway, you may spot the long, dolphin-shaped island of Qeshm near the Strait of Hormuz.

Sharjah Skyline

A view of Dubai's neighbor, Sharjah, just before the plane turns for its final landing sequence.