VIE → ESB

Vienna & Danube

Immediate views of the Austrian capital and the winding Danube river right after takeoff from VIE.

Budapest Skyline

A clear view of the Hungarian capital and its historic Parliament building approximately 25 minutes into the flight.

Southern Carpathians

The snow-capped peaks of the Romanian mountain ranges visible as the flight traverses the Balkan peninsula.

Black Sea Coastline

The deep blue waters and rugged shoreline of the Black Sea as the aircraft approaches Turkish airspace.

The Bosphorus

On clear days, the maritime gateway between Europe and Asia is visible just before the descent into Ankara begins.

Lake Balaton

Central Europe's largest lake, appearing as a long turquoise strip within the Hungarian landscape.

Balkan Mountains

Rugged and jagged mountain terrain crossing through Serbia and Bulgaria, offering dramatic shadows at sunset.

Sofia Metropolitan Area

The Bulgarian capital and the surrounding Vitosha mountain massif are often visible to the south.

Central Anatolian Plateau

The unique semi-arid, high-altitude landscape of central Turkey as you approach the destination.

Ankara Urban Spread

Dense urban architecture and modern skyscrapers of the Turkish capital during the final approach phase.