PEK → DUS

Great Wall of China

Visible shortly after takeoff from PEK as the plane climbs over the rugged Yan Mountains north of Beijing.

Lake Baikal

The world's deepest lake is often visible as a massive, crescent-shaped blue expanse amidst the Siberian taiga.

Northern Urals

Dramatic views of the more rugged and snow-capped northern sections of the Ural range.

Baltic Coastline

Stunning vistas of the Estonian and Latvian coasts and the deep blue waters of the Baltic Sea.

Port of Hamburg

As the flight enters German airspace, look for the massive container terminals and the Elbe river.

Gobi Desert

Expansive views of the southern Gobi's shifting dunes and arid plateaus across the Mongolian border.

Southern Ural Mountains

The ancient boundary between Asia and Europe, featuring rolling forested ridges and mining towns.

Moscow Region

Depending on the flight corridor, the distant urban sprawl and lights of the Russian capital may be visible.

Berlin Cityscape

On the descent, the dense urban layout of the German capital often appears to the south.