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CVG → YYZ
Which side of the plane to sit from Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport (Cincinnati) to Lester B. Pearson International Airport (Toronto)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is the clear winner for this route, offering a front-row seat to the Cincinnati skyline on departure, potential views of Niagara Falls, and a spectacular approach featuring the Toronto skyline and the CN Tower.
Cincinnati Skyline
Excellent views of downtown Cincinnati and the winding Ohio River shortly after takeoff from CVG.
Lake Erie Crossing
A vast aerial perspective of the western basin of Lake Erie as the plane heads toward the Canadian border.
Niagara Falls
On the standard arrival path into Toronto, the left side often captures the mist and scale of the falls from a distance.
Toronto Downtown
The best side for viewing the CN Tower and the dense urban core during the descent into Pearson International.
Book a window seat forward of the wing for the most unobstructed views of the Toronto skyline. For evening flights, this side will enjoy the sunset glow over the Great Lakes. Keep your camera ready roughly 15 minutes before landing for the Niagara region.
Ohio River Valley
Green, rolling landscapes of the tri-state area and the meandering paths of the Ohio River.
Cleveland Coastline
Distant but clear views of the Cleveland metropolitan area and the southern shoreline of Lake Erie.
Lake Erie Islands
Spot the small islands dotting the lake, including Put-in-Bay and Pelee Island, depending on the specific flight corridor.
Lake Ontario Shore
Views of the industrial and residential developments along the 'Golden Horseshoe' as you approach the GTA.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid direct glare from the sun. While you miss the direct city skyline, you get a broader view of the Niagara Escarpment and the agricultural patterns of Southern Ontario. Watch for the Welland Canal near the lake.
Distance: 664 km (413 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 6 min
Departure: CVG (39.0488014221, -84.6678009033)
Arrival: YYZ (43.6772003174, -79.63059997559999)
Route Type: International
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