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AMS → YUL
Which side of the plane to sit from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (Amsterdam) to Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (Montreal)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side offers unparalleled views of the dramatic Greenland ice sheet and the rugged fjords of the southern tip, followed by a northern perspective of the Labrador wilderness.
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Dutch Coastline
Clear views of the IJmuiden locks and the North Holland coast immediately after takeoff.
Scottish Highlands
Snow-capped peaks and deep lochs of the Grampian Mountains as you cross northern UK.
Greenland Ice Sheet
Stunning vistas of massive glaciers, deep fjords, and the immense white expanse of the southern ice cap.
Iceberg Alley
Spotting white dots of icebergs drifting through the Labrador Sea during spring and early summer.
Quebec Boreal Forest
The endless green carpet and blue lakes of Northern Quebec's remote wilderness.
This side is the 'star of the show' for the Greenland crossing, which usually happens 4-5 hours into the flight. Aim for a morning departure to ensure high-contrast lighting over the ice. Greenland is best viewed from the right as the flight path typically skims the southern tip, placing the mountains to the north.
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North Sea Crossing
Expansive views of the North Sea and busy shipping lanes shortly after departing Amsterdam.
Outer Hebrides
Aerial perspective of the remote islands off the western coast of Scotland.
St. Lawrence River
A long, scenic descent following the massive St. Lawrence waterway towards Montreal.
Montreal Skyline
Depending on the wind direction, the left side often gets a sweeping view of Mount Royal and downtown during the final approach.
The left side is ideal for catching the sunset on late afternoon flights and provides a better view of the Gaspé Peninsula and the St. Lawrence River valley during the final hour of flight. Keep your camera ready for the urban sprawl of Montreal as you descend.
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Get eSIMs for CanadaDistance: 5,503 km (3,419 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 6 hrs 28 min
Departure: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)
Arrival: YUL (45.4706001282, -73.7407989502)
Route Type: International
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