SAW → RTM

Bosphorus Strait

The legendary waterway separating Europe and Asia, often visible during the initial climb out of Istanbul.

Black Sea Coast

Aerial views of the northern Turkish coastline where the lush green mountains meet the deep blue sea.

Carpathian Mountains

Flying over the Transylvanian Alps in Romania offers spectacular views of jagged, high-altitude ridges.

German Cities

Fly past major metropolitan areas like Frankfurt or the Ruhr Valley, showing the density of Western Europe.

Rotterdam Skyline

Views of the iconic Erasmus Bridge and modern skyscrapers if the flight path approaches from the north.

Princes' Islands

A cluster of nine islands in the Sea of Marmara, visible shortly after taking off from SAW.

Balkan Mountains

The rugged terrain of Bulgaria and Serbia provides a textured landscape during the early cruise phase.

Lake Balaton

Central Europe's largest lake, appearing as a long, pale green ribbon in the Hungarian plains.

Distant Alps

On clear days, the jagged white peaks of the Austrian and Bavarian Alps are visible on the southern horizon.

Port of Rotterdam

The massive Maasvlakte industrial area and the complex network of canals and docks as you approach the airport.