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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior view of the Great Lakes coastline, a distant but clear perspective of Niagara Falls, and a stunning approach over the St. Lawrence River and downtown Montreal.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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Detroit-Windsor Border

Direct views of the Detroit River, the Ambassador Bridge, and both international skylines shortly after takeoff.

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Niagara Falls

On clear days, the mist and the Horseshoe Falls are visible to the south as you pass over the Niagara Peninsula.

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Thousand Islands

The breathtaking sight of over 1,800 islands dotting the transition from Lake Ontario to the St. Lawrence River.

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St. Lawrence Seaway

Large cargo ships navigating the locks and channels of one of the world's most important inland waterways.

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Downtown Montreal

A panoramic view of Mount Royal, the Olympic Stadium, and the skyscraper-filled downtown core during final approach.

The right side is the 'money' side for this route. For the best view of Niagara Falls, look out about 20-30 minutes into the flight. On the final approach into YUL, the right side usually provides a spectacular view of the Montreal skyline as the plane aligns with the runway.

Left Side Highlights
7.2
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Toronto Skyline

A distant view of the CN Tower and the dense urban core of Canada's largest city across Lake Ontario.

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Ontario Farmlands

A geometric patchwork of rich agricultural land stretching across the southern peninsula.

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Ottawa River

Visualizing the natural border between Ontario and Quebec as the plane begins its descent.

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West Island Suburbs

Low-altitude views of the residential islands and neighborhoods on the western tip of Montreal.

Choose the left side if you prefer seeing the sprawling urbanization of the Golden Horseshoe. Morning flights are ideal for the left side as the sun will be behind the aircraft, providing clear, front-lit views of the ground.

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Route Information

Distance: 851 km (529 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 25 min

Departure: DTW (42.212398529052734, -83.35340118408203)

Arrival: YUL (45.4706001282, -73.7407989502)

Route Type: International

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