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FRA â YUL
Which side of the plane to sit from Frankfurt am Main Airport (Frankfurt) to Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (Montreal)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side is predominantly superior due to the high probability of passing directly over the southern tip of Greenland and the dramatic fjord-riven coastline of Labrador.
Scottish Highlands
Craggy peaks and deep lochs are frequently visible if the flight takes a more northerly Great Circle route.
Greenland Ice Sheet
The absolute highlight of the route; massive glaciers and the vast, white expanse of the interior ice cap.
Iceberg Alley
Spot massive icebergs floating in the Labrador Sea off the coast of Newfoundland and Labrador during spring and summer months.
Manicouagan Crater
A massive, ancient ring-shaped lake in northern Quebec, also known as the 'Eye of Quebec,' visible from high altitudes.
Northern Lights
On late-autumn or winter departures that land in the evening, this side faces North, offering a chance to see the Aurora Borealis.
To see Greenland, check the flight map about 4 hours after takeoff. The icebergs of Labrador are best seen in May and June. If you are flying in the winter, the right side is your only chance for Aurora spotting as you head toward the Arctic circle.
Rhine Valley
Aerial views of the winding Rhine River and German industrial heartland shortly after departure from Frankfurt.
Emerald Isle
The lush green landscapes of Southern Ireland often appear before the long oceanic crossing.
Gulf of St. Lawrence
Dramatic views of the widening river and the maritime provinces of Canada during the initial landfall.
Gaspe Peninsula
Rugged coastal cliffs and the Appalachian mountain range's northern terminus in Quebec.
Montreal Skyline
Depending on the wind direction, the left side often provides a direct view of Mount Royal and the downtown skyscrapers on final approach.
Sit on the left for better lighting during westbound daytime flights; the sun will be on the opposite side, reducing glare on your window. On arrival, the left side is usually favored for views of the St. Lawrence River and the city center during the standard descent into YUL.
Distance: 5,855 km (3,638 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 6 hrs 53 min
Departure: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)
Arrival: YUL (45.4706001282, -73.7407989502)
Route Type: International
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