XIY → HEL

Gobi Desert

Dramatic views of the arid Mongolian landscape and its unique rock formations early in the flight.

Lake Baikal

The world's deepest and oldest freshwater lake, appearing as a massive blue crescent in the Siberian taiga.

Siberian Taiga

An endless emerald sea of coniferous forests stretching to the northern horizon.

Ural Mountains

The low-profile mountain range that serves as the traditional boundary between Asia and Europe.

Aurora Borealis

During winter night flights, the northern window offers the best chance to spot the Northern Lights over Russia.

Finnish Lakeland

A stunning mosaic of thousands of islands and lakes as the plane prepares to land at Vantaa.

Qilian Mountains

Visible shortly after takeoff, these snow-capped peaks mark the northern edge of the Tibetan Plateau.

Novosibirsk & Omsk

Major Siberian urban centers that create impressive light grids during night flights.

Volga River Basin

The winding path of Europe's longest river as the flight enters Western Russia.

St. Petersburg

The historic 'Venice of the North' is often visible on the descent into the Baltic region.

Perpetual Sunset

Due to flying west, the southern horizon often glows with an extended sunset or sunrise effect.