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HOG → YYZ
Which side of the plane to sit from Frank Pais International Airport (Holguin) to Lester B. Pearson International Airport (Toronto)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is superior for this route because it offers the iconic view of Niagara Falls and the Buffalo-Niagara region during the descent into Toronto, alongside better views of the Florida coastline and the Appalachian Mountains.
Cuban Northern Keys
Aerial views of the stunning Jardines del Rey archipelago and the turquoise shallows immediately after takeoff.
Florida Space Coast
Clear views of Cape Canaveral and the Kennedy Space Center launch pads if the flight path hugs the Florida coast.
Appalachian Ridges
The unique folded mountain topography of Pennsylvania, particularly striking during autumn or winter.
Niagara Falls
A world-class view of the Horseshoe and American Falls as the aircraft begins its final approach pattern into YYZ.
Western GTA
Panoramas of Mississauga and the western edge of the Greater Toronto Area during the final descent.
Sit on the left for the best chance to see Niagara Falls; flights from the south usually pass directly over or just west of the falls. If flying in the afternoon, the sun will be on this side, so bring a window shade. Look for the distinct turquoise-to-deep-blue drop-off of the Bahamian shelf early in the flight.
Exuma Cays
The breathtaking 'string of pearls' formation of the Bahamas, known for its vibrant sandbars and shallow reefs.
The Gulf Stream
Visible as a sharp change in water color where the warm current meets the cooler Atlantic waters off the US coast.
East Coast Skylines
Distant views of major Atlantic cities like Norfolk, Philadelphia, or NYC depending on the specific air corridor (J75 or AR routes).
Lake Ontario Shoreline
A sweeping view of the lake's expanse and the Toronto harbor islands as the plane turns toward the runway.
CN Tower & Downtown
A distant but impressive view of the Toronto skyline and the CN Tower during the final turn over the lake.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid direct glare. It provides the best views of the deep Atlantic and the intricate patterns of the Bahamian reefs. On the final approach, keep an eye out for the Toronto skyline reflecting in Lake Ontario, especially during the 'golden hour' before sunset.
Distance: 2,564 km (1,593 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 25 min
Departure: HOG (20.785600662231445, -76.31510162353516)
Arrival: YYZ (43.6772003174, -79.63059997559999)
Route Type: International
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