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IAD → YYZ
Which side of the plane to sit from Washington Dulles International Airport (Washington) to Lester B. Pearson International Airport (Toronto)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the most iconic landmarks of the journey, including the rhythmic ridges of the Appalachian Mountains and a high-probability view of Niagara Falls and the Toronto skyline during the descent.
Appalachian Ridges
Shortly after takeoff, view the unique folded mountain structures of the Blue Ridge and Allegheny ranges.
Buffalo Cityscape
As you approach the border, the city of Buffalo and the start of the Niagara River are clearly visible.
Niagara Falls
On the standard approach from the south, the left side provides a breathtaking aerial view of both the American and Horseshoe Falls.
Niagara Whirlpool
Follow the turquoise water of the Niagara River as it snakes through the deep limestone gorge.
Toronto Skyline
When landing on runways 05 or 06, the left side yields a stunning panorama of the CN Tower and downtown core.
Sit in front of the wing for the best view of Niagara Falls. If traveling in the late afternoon, this side avoids direct sun glare, making it easier to spot the misty spray rising from the falls. Keep your camera ready as soon as you cross the New York-Ontario border.
Susquehanna River
Aerial views of the wide, shallow river winding through the Pennsylvania countryside.
The Finger Lakes
On clear days, the long, narrow glacial lakes of Upstate New York can be seen stretching toward the horizon.
Rochester Waterfront
View where the Genesee River empties into the vast blue expanse of Lake Ontario.
Ontario Farmlands
The geometric patterns of the fertile Greenbelt land surrounding the Greater Toronto Area.
This side is ideal for morning flights to catch the sunrise over the rolling hills of Pennsylvania. While you miss the direct view of the falls, you get a better sense of the scale of Lake Ontario's shoreline and the diverse agricultural landscape of the Golden Horseshoe.
Distance: 557 km (346 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 56 min
Departure: IAD (38.94449997, -77.45580292)
Arrival: YYZ (43.6772003174, -79.63059997559999)
Route Type: International
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