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BRU â YUL
Which side of the plane to sit from Brussels Airport (Brussels) to Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (Montreal)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a spectacular vantage point for the iconic great circle route, featuring the majestic ice sheets of Greenland and the rugged wilderness of the Canadian North.
Scottish Highlands
Depending on the wind-corrected route, you may see the misty peaks and lochs of northern Scotland.
Greenland Ice Cap
The absolute highlight of the route; massive glaciers, deep fjords, and the vast white expanse of the southern ice sheet.
Iceberg Alley
Spotting large white icebergs floating in the deep blue waters of the Labrador Sea near the coast of Canada.
Labrador Fjords
The dramatic, rocky coastline of Labrador featuring ancient geological formations and untouched wilderness.
St. Lawrence River
A grand view of the massive river widening into the Gulf, often following the northern shoreline toward the city.
The right side is highly recommended for the Greenland crossing, which typically occurs 4.5 to 5 hours after departure from Brussels. Ensure you have a window seat that isn't directly over the wing to capture the scale of the fjords. In winter, the sea ice patterns off the coast of Labrador are exceptionally photogenic.
English Channel
Initial views of the Belgian coastline and the busy shipping lanes of the English Channel shortly after departure.
Atlantic Horizon
On westward afternoon flights, this side provides beautiful, prolonged sunset transitions over the open ocean.
Appalachian Foothills
Views of the rolling green hills of the Eastern Townships as the flight descends toward the St. Lawrence Valley.
Montreal South Shore
Detailed views of the suburban landscapes and the unique Monteregian Hills during the final approach sequence.
Choose this side if you want to avoid direct sunlight on a westbound flight. It offers better views of the Appalachian mountains during the descent into YUL. If the flight arrives late in the day, the sunset views over the Atlantic are serene and less prone to glare than the right side.
Distance: 5,554 km (3,451 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 6 hrs 32 min
Departure: BRU (50.9014015198, 4.48443984985)
Arrival: YUL (45.4706001282, -73.7407989502)
Route Type: International
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