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HKG → YYZ
Which side of the plane to sit from Hong Kong International Airport (Hong Kong) to Lester B. Pearson International Airport (Toronto)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a statistically higher chance of seeing the stunning Lake Baikal in Siberia and offers superior views of Lake Ontario and the Greater Toronto Area during the final approach into YYZ.
Pearl River Delta
Aerial views of the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge and the dense urban landscape of Macau shortly after takeoff.
Lake Baikal
The world's deepest and oldest freshwater lake, visible as a massive blue crescent while crossing through Russian airspace.
Arctic Archipelago
Dramatic views of the frozen islands of Nunavut and the stark, white landscapes of the high Arctic.
Aurora Borealis
High probability of seeing the Northern Lights during the dark winter months over the North Pole and Northern Canada.
Greater Toronto Area
A sweeping view of the Western GTA and Lake Ontario shoreline during the descent into Pearson International.
Sit on the left side to maximize your chances of seeing Lake Baikal. During the winter season, the 'night' portion of the polar flight is the best time to watch for the Aurora Borealis; keep your cabin lights off and use a blanket to cover your head and the window to reduce reflection. For arrival, the left side is often better for seeing the sprawling suburbs and the lake before landing.
Hong Kong Skyline
Depending on the departure runway, you may get a final look at the Victoria Harbour and the Kowloon Peninsula.
Gobi Desert
The vast, arid landscapes of Mongolia and Northern China, featuring unique sand dunes and rocky formations.
Siberian Taiga
Endless stretches of the world's largest coniferous forest, crisscrossed by winding, frozen rivers.
Hudson Bay
The massive expanse of the Hudson Bay, often filled with pack ice even during late spring.
Toronto Skyline
If the flight approaches from the east, the right side may offer a distant view of the CN Tower and downtown core.
The right side is excellent for catching the sunrise if the flight path tracks slightly further south. When flying over the Arctic in the summer, the sun may not set at all, so bring an eye mask. On the descent, the right side is more likely to view the northern parts of the city and the industrial areas surrounding the airport.
Distance: 12,549 km (7,798 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 14 hrs 46 min
Departure: HKG (22.308901, 113.915001)
Arrival: YYZ (43.6772003174, -79.63059997559999)
Route Type: International
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