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IAD → YTZ
Which side of the plane to sit from Washington Dulles International Airport (Washington) to Billy Bishop Toronto City Centre Airport (Toronto)?
Right Side of the Plane
While both sides offer mountain views over Pennsylvania, the Right Side is essential for the world-class approach into Billy Bishop. It provides a direct, close-up panorama of the CN Tower and the entire Toronto skyline as the plane descends over Lake Ontario.
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DMV Suburbs
The sprawling residential and commercial hubs of northern Virginia and Maryland immediately after departure.
Susquehanna River
A massive, winding waterway that bisects the Pennsylvania landscape.
Lake Ontario
A vast, ocean-like expanse of deep blue water as you approach the city from the south.
Toronto Skyline
An unbeatable view of the CN Tower and the downtown financial district during the final approach.
Toronto Islands
The lush parklands and lagoons of Centre Island just seconds before touchdown.
The Right Side is the 'money shot' for this route. For the best view of the CN Tower, choose a seat behind the engine on the Dash 8-Q400 (common on this route) to ensure the landing gear or nacelle doesn't block your photos. Evening flights on the right side are spectacular as the city lights of Toronto reflect off the harbor waters during the landing sequence.
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Blue Ridge Mountains
Rolling ridges of the northern Appalachian range visible shortly after takeoff from Dulles.
Allegheny Plateau
Dense forest coverage and rugged terrain throughout central and northern Pennsylvania.
Lake Erie Shoreline
Views of the shoreline near the Buffalo-Niagara region as the plane transitions toward Canada.
Mississauga Skyline
The dense cluster of skyscrapers, including the curved Absolute World towers, seen during the descent.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the rising sun. While you miss the direct CN Tower view on approach, you often get a better view of the Niagara Peninsula's agricultural patterns and the western suburbs of the Greater Toronto Area. This side is also great for spotting the Welland Canal if the flight path is slightly west.
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Get eSIMs for CanadaDistance: 545 km (339 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 55 min
Departure: IAD (38.94449997, -77.45580292)
Arrival: YTZ (43.627499, -79.396202)
Route Type: International
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