LBD → AER

Fann Mountains

Dramatic views of the rugged Zeravshan and Fann mountain ranges immediately after departure from Khudzhand.

Kyzylkum Desert

The southern expanse of the Great Red Sand desert stretching across Uzbekistan.

Caspian Sea Crossing

A long stretch over the deep blue waters of the southern Caspian Sea, the world's largest inland body of water.

Greater Caucasus Range

Continuous views of the snow-capped high peaks of the Caucasus, including Kazbek and Elbrus.

Mount Elbrus

The highest peak in Europe (5,642m) is clearly visible as a massive white massif to the south of the flight path.

Black Sea Arrival

Stunning views of the emerald coastline as the plane makes its final approach into Sochi.

Tashkent Environs

Views of the metropolitan area of the Uzbek capital and the surrounding agricultural green zones shortly after takeoff.

Chardara Reservoir

A massive artificial lake on the border between Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan.

Ustyurt Plateau

The stark, alien-like landscapes of the western Kazakh desert plains north of the Caspian.

Northern Caspian Shelf

The shallower, turquoise-tinted waters of the northern Caspian Sea near the Russian coast.

Stavropol Highlands

The rolling hills and fertile plains of the North Caucasus region of Russia.

Sochi Olympic Park

As the plane turns for its final approach at AER, you can often see the Fisht Stadium and Olympic venues.