ZRH → KBP

Glarus Alps

Immediate views of the jagged Swiss peaks including the Todi and Santis massifs right after takeoff.

Austrian & Bavarian Alps

The route typically parallels the northern edge of the Alps, offering a panoramic view of the Zugspitze and Innsbruck region.

High Tatra Mountains

The highest range in the Carpathians, forming a natural border between Poland and Slovakia, visible mid-flight.

Carpathian Arc

The forested ridges of the Ukrainian Carpathians stretch out beneath the wing as you transition into Central Ukraine.

Kyiv Pechersk Lavra

On the final approach to KBP from the west, the golden domes of the Cave Monastery often glitter along the Dnieper banks.

Lake Constance

A massive lake bordering Switzerland, Germany, and Austria, visible shortly after departure from Zurich.

Munich Metropolitan Area

Clear views of the Bavarian capital and its distinctive Allianz Arena if the flight path tracks slightly north.

Lviv Old Town

As you enter Ukrainian airspace, the historic rooftops of Lviv are often visible to the north.

Kyiv Reservoir

Known as the 'Kyiv Sea', this massive body of water appears to the north of the city during the final descent.