SAW → HTY

Princes' Islands

Shortly after takeoff, view the cluster of islands in the Sea of Marmara on the southern edge of Istanbul.

Bolkar Mountains

Dramatic views of the high Taurus mountain peaks, which remain snow-capped well into the early summer months.

Iskenderun Gulf

A stunning perspective of the Mediterranean coastline and the port city of Iskenderun during the final approach.

Amanos Mountains

Also known as the Nur Mountains, these lush green ridges run parallel to the coast right before the landing in Hatay.

Izmit Gulf

Views of the industrial and coastal landscape of the Kocaeli peninsula during the initial climb out of SAW.

Tuz Gölü

The massive Salt Lake is often visible to the east, appearing as a bright white or pinkish expanse in Central Anatolia.

Adana & Çukurova

The sprawling city of Adana and the fertile green plains of the Ceyhan River basin during the descent phase.

Aladağlar Peaks

The rugged, sharp peaks of the eastern Taurus range visible as the plane heads south-east towards Hatay.