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CUN → YUL
Which side of the plane to sit from Cancún International Airport (Cancun) to Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (Montreal)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side offers an exceptional view of the Caribbean coast upon departure and the majestic St. Lawrence River during the final approach into Montreal.
Isla Mujeres
Stunning turquoise waters and coral reefs visible immediately after takeoff from Cancun.
Emerald Coast
The striking white sand beaches of the Florida Panhandle or the Alabama coastline.
Atlantic Seaboard
The intricate barrier islands and marshes of the Carolinas and Virginia.
East Coast Corridor
Potential distant views of major metropolitan areas including Philadelphia and New York City.
St. Lawrence River
The massive, historic waterway that defines the geography of the Montreal region.
For morning flights, the right side provides a spectacular sunrise over the Atlantic. Be sure to keep your camera ready during the first 10 minutes of flight for the Caribbean reef colors and the last 15 minutes for the scenic approach along the St. Lawrence River valley.
Yucatán Peninsula
Bird's-eye view of the dense Mayan jungle and the northern tip of the Mexican coastline.
Gulf of Mexico
A vast expanse of deep blue water as the flight heads north toward the United States.
Appalachian Mountains
Rolling green ridges and deep valleys stretching through the eastern US states.
Montreal South Shore
Dense suburban layouts and the Lachine Canal area during the final descent.
The left side is preferable for afternoon flights to avoid direct sun glare while offering a beautiful view of the sun setting over the Appalachian range. Look out for the transition from tropical landscapes to the structured urban grid of the US northeast.
Distance: 2,970 km (1,845 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 58 min
Departure: CUN (21.036500930800003, -86.8770980835)
Arrival: YUL (45.4706001282, -73.7407989502)
Route Type: International
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