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DFW → YUL
Which side of the plane to sit from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (Dallas-Fort Worth) to Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (Montreal)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the Great Lakes, the sprawling St. Lawrence River valley, and the most iconic perspectives of the Montreal skyline and Mount Royal during the descent.
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Great Lakes Vistas
Depending on the specific airway, enjoy sweeping views of Lake Michigan or the blue expanse of Lake Huron.
Toronto Horizon
On clear days, see the distant CN Tower and Toronto skyline across the waters of Lake Ontario.
Thousand Islands
Look down at the beautiful archipelago dotting the St. Lawrence River as you cross the Canadian border.
Montreal Skyline
The standard approach path often banks to the left, providing a full panorama of downtown Montreal and Mont-Royal.
Book a window seat on the left for the approach into YUL; if landing from the southwest, you will see the entire city island. For daytime flights, the sun is typically behind you or to the right, reducing glare and making photography of the Great Lakes much easier.
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The Gateway Arch
Catch a glimpse of the St. Louis landmark and the massive Mississippi River as you head northeast.
Midwestern Cities
Aerial views of Indianapolis and potentially Cleveland's industrial shoreline along Lake Erie.
Adirondack Mountains
View the rugged, forest-covered peaks of upstate New York during the final hour of flight.
Port of Montreal
See the industrial heart and shipping lanes of the St. Lawrence River just before touchdown.
Choose the right side if you enjoy mountain scenery and urban grids. In the late afternoon, the Appalachian and Adirondack ranges are beautifully illuminated by the setting sun. This side is also better for spotting the confluence of the Mississippi and Missouri rivers early in the flight.
Book Hotels in MontrealDistance: 2,432 km (1,511 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 15 min
Departure: DFW (32.896801, -97.038002)
Arrival: YUL (45.4706001282, -73.7407989502)
Route Type: International
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