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BDL → YUL
Which side of the plane to sit from Bradley International Airport (Windsor Locks) to Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (Montreal)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers spectacular views of the Champlain Valley, the vast expanse of Lake Champlain, and the distant Adirondack High Peaks as you head north.
Connecticut River
Watch the winding silver ribbon of the river as the aircraft climbs out of the Hartford area.
Green Mountain Spine
Aerial perspective of the rugged peaks and deep valleys forming the backbone of Vermont.
Lake Champlain
Expansive views of the 120-mile long lake that serves as the border between New York and Vermont.
Adirondack Mountains
Look west across the lake to see the high peaks of New York state standing tall on the horizon.
Downtown Montreal
Depending on the landing approach into YUL, catch glimpses of Mount Royal and the urban skyline.
Sit on the left side during late afternoon flights for a dramatic sunset over the Adirondacks. Since this is a short flight at lower cruising altitudes, window seats offer excellent detail of the Vermont landscape. Avoid the wing area to ensure an unobstructed view of Lake Champlain's islands.
Pioneer Valley
View the fertile agricultural lands and college towns of Western Massachusetts.
Vermont Ski Resorts
Spot major ski areas like Killington and Stowe tucked into the eastern slopes of the mountains.
Lake Memphremagog
A beautiful glacial lake that straddles the international border between the US and Canada.
Eastern Townships
The rolling hills and vibrant forests of Southern Quebec, particularly stunning during fall foliage.
St. Lawrence River
Witness the massive waterway that connects the Great Lakes to the Atlantic Ocean upon arrival.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to see the sun rising over the New England hills. If traveling in late September or October, this side provides the best view of the concentrated autumn colors across the Green Mountains and the Eastern Townships of Quebec.
Distance: 402 km (250 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 40 min
Departure: BDL (41.9388999939, -72.68319702149999)
Arrival: YUL (45.4706001282, -73.7407989502)
Route Type: International
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