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BDL → YYZ
Which side of the plane to sit from Bradley International Airport (Windsor Locks) to Lester B. Pearson International Airport (Toronto)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft typically offers a superior view of the Toronto skyline, including the CN Tower, during the descent into YYZ, as well as expansive views of the Lake Ontario northern coastline.
The Berkshires
Lush green rolling hills and small towns immediately after departure from the Connecticut River Valley.
Syracuse and Onondaga Lake
The city of Syracuse and its adjacent lake are prominent features as you cross Central New York.
Lake Ontario North Shore
Dramatic views of the shoreline as the plane transitions from over-water to the Canadian coast.
Toronto Cityscape
The iconic CN Tower and the dense cluster of skyscrapers in the downtown core during the final approach.
Rogers Centre
Spot the massive domed stadium and the waterfront parks of the Toronto Islands just before touchdown.
Choose the right side for the 'money shot' of Toronto. For flights arriving in the evening, the city lights reflecting off Lake Ontario are spectacular. Try to sit behind the wing to ensure the engine doesn't block the view of the CN Tower. This side typically stays cooler on afternoon flights as it faces north/northeast.
The Finger Lakes
Stunning aerial views of the narrow, glacial Finger Lakes such as Cayuga and Seneca in upstate New York.
Rochester Skyline
A clear view of the Genesee River flowing through the center of Rochester before entering Lake Ontario.
Niagara Peninsula
On many approach paths, you can spot the mist from Niagara Falls and the Welland Canal to the southwest.
Hamilton Industrial Core
A look at the heavy industry and busy shipping ports at the western tip of Lake Ontario.
Sit on the left if you want to see the unique geography of the Finger Lakes during the mid-flight segment. This side is also better for spotting the Niagara Falls mist in the distance if the pilot takes a southern approach vector. Late afternoon flights on this side may experience some sun glare.
Distance: 599 km (372 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr
Departure: BDL (41.9388999939, -72.68319702149999)
Arrival: YYZ (43.6772003174, -79.63059997559999)
Route Type: International
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