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CDG → YQB
Which side of the plane to sit from Charles de Gaulle International Airport (Paris) to Quebec Jean Lesage International Airport (Quebec)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side offers superior views of the rugged Newfoundland wilderness, the remote Anticosti Island, and the dramatic Laurentian mountain range and Saguenay region during the descent into Quebec.
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Southern UK Coast
Clear views of the White Cliffs of Dover or the Cornish coastline depending on the specific transatlantic track.
Emerald Isle
The lush green landscapes and jagged cliffs of the Irish coast before the long ocean crossing.
Newfoundland Interior
A vast, uninhabited landscape of boreal forests, bogs, and thousands of glaciated lakes.
Anticosti Island
The massive, remote limestone island in the heart of the Gulf of St. Lawrence, known for its wild deer populations.
The Laurentians
Some of the oldest mountains on Earth, featuring the dramatic mouth of the Saguenay Fjord as you approach Quebec City.
The right side is highly recommended to avoid direct sunlight on this westbound route. It provides the best perspective of the northern Canadian wilderness. Watch for the transition from the ocean to the rocky Newfoundland coast about 5-6 hours into the flight. The approach into YQB from the north often provides stunning views of the Montmorency Falls and the Île d'Orléans.
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Parisian Outskirts
Aerial views of the Seine River loops and the sprawling urban landscape of the Île-de-France region shortly after takeoff.
Celtic Sea
The deep blue expanse where the English Channel meets the Atlantic, often dotted with cargo ships.
Iceberg Alley
During spring and early summer, potential sightings of drifting icebergs off the southern coast of Newfoundland.
Gaspé Peninsula
The rugged, forested tip of Quebec featuring dramatic cliffs and the Appalachian mountain chain's northern end.
St. Lawrence South Shore
A patchwork of historic long-strip farms and charming coastal villages characteristic of rural Quebec heritage.
On this westward flight, the sun will be on the left side for the majority of the journey, which can create significant glare. Use your window shade to manage heat and light. This side is better if you want to see the southern entrance to the Gulf of St. Lawrence and the Appalachian foothills upon arrival.
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Get eSIMs for CanadaDistance: 5,292 km (3,288 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 6 hrs 14 min
Departure: CDG (49.012798, 2.55)
Arrival: YQB (46.7911, -71.393303)
Route Type: International
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