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CLE → YYZ
Which side of the plane to sit from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (Cleveland) to Lester B. Pearson International Airport (Toronto)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Cleveland skyline during departure and provides the most dramatic views of the Toronto skyline and Lake Ontario on the approach to Pearson.
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Cleveland Skyline
Immediate views of downtown Cleveland, including Terminal Tower and the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame after takeoff.
Long Point
Visible to the east, this unique UNESCO Biosphere Reserve is a massive sandspit reaching into Lake Erie.
CN Tower & Downtown
The iconic Toronto skyline and the world-famous CN Tower are often visible during the downwind leg of the approach.
Toronto Harbour
Aerial views of the Toronto Islands and the bustling waterfront developments on the shores of Lake Ontario.
The right side is essential for skyline enthusiasts. For the best photography of the Toronto skyline, choose a morning flight to have the sun behind you. Depending on wind direction, the plane may fly directly over the city for a spectacular harbor view.
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Lake Erie Expanse
A vast view of the central basin of Lake Erie as the flight crosses the international border.
Maritime Traffic
Frequent sightings of large bulk carriers and lake freighters moving between the Great Lakes.
Ontario Farmland
The geometric patterns of southwestern Ontario's rich agricultural lands as you move inland from the lake.
Highway 401
Views of North America's busiest highway as it stretches across the northern shore toward the airport.
Sit on the left to avoid direct sun glare during afternoon and evening flights heading north-northeast. This side offers better views of the western Greater Toronto Area suburbs like Mississauga and Oakville during the final descent.
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Get eSIMs for CanadaDistance: 311 km (193 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 31 min
Departure: CLE (41.4117012024, -81.8498001099)
Arrival: YYZ (43.6772003174, -79.63059997559999)
Route Type: International
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