LTN → IST

Kent Countryside

The picturesque 'Garden of England' with its rolling hills and orchards visible shortly after takeoff.

The High Alps

The spectacular snow-capped peaks of the Central Alps, providing the most dramatic scenery of the flight.

Balkan Ranges

Fly over the rugged terrain of the Serbian and Bulgarian highlands.

Sea of Marmara

If the approach route circles south, you will see cargo ships queuing for the Bosphorus Strait.

London Skyline

A potential bird's-eye view of the Thames, Canary Wharf, and the City during the initial ascent.

The English Channel

Look down at the world's busiest shipping lanes separating the UK from mainland Europe.

Northern Alps

Distant views of the jagged peaks and green valleys of the German and Austrian alpine regions.

Black Sea Coast

As the plane descends into IST, you may see the dramatic dark blue coastline of the Black Sea to the north.