TLS → IST

French and Swiss Alps

Breathtaking views of the snow-capped massifs and glacial valleys shortly after reaching cruising altitude.

Northern Italian Lakes

Possible sightings of Lake Garda and the dramatic transition from mountains to the Po Valley.

Belgrade

The confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers is often visible as you cross over Serbia.

Balkan Mountains

The Stara Planina range stretching across Bulgaria offers deep green ridges and rocky outcrops.

Black Sea Coast

The final descent often tracks parallel to the coastline, offering views of the vast blue horizon.

Cote d'Azur

Glittering views of the Mediterranean coastline including Nice, Cannes, and the principality of Monaco.

Italian Apennines

The rugged spine of Italy visible as the flight crosses the peninsula toward the Adriatic.

Dalmatian Coast

The stunning archipelago of Croatia with its hundreds of islands and turquoise waters.

Sea of Marmara

Large cargo ships and tankers waiting to transit the Bosphorus Strait as you approach Istanbul.

Istanbul City Center

If the flight approaches IST from the south, you may see the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia.