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LIS → YUL
Which side of the plane to sit from Humberto Delgado Airport (Lisbon Portela Airport) (Lisbon) to Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (Montreal)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the best vantage point for the dramatic entry into North America, featuring the rugged Newfoundland coastline and the Laurentian Mountains without the constant glare of the southern sun.
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North Atlantic Great Circle
Deep blue ocean vistas where you might spot large shipping vessels traversing the main corridor.
Newfoundland Coast
The first sight of land featuring the jagged, rocky cliffs of the Avalon Peninsula or Gros Morne area.
Gulf of St. Lawrence
A massive internal sea known for whale migrations and the remote Anticosti Island.
Laurentian Mountains
Some of the oldest mountains on Earth, appearing as rolling green or snow-capped peaks to the north.
Montreal Approach
Panoramic views of the Olympic Stadium, Mount Royal, and the downtown skyscraper cluster before landing.
Choosing the right side avoids the harsh glare of the sun, making it much easier to take photos of the Canadian landscape. In late spring (May-June), keep a sharp eye out for white dots in the water near Newfoundland; these are often icebergs drifting south in 'Iceberg Alley'. During the descent into YUL, the right side usually offers the best view of the Island of Montreal and the Jacques Cartier Bridge.
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Lisbon Departure
View of the Tejo River, the 25 de Abril Bridge, and the historic Belém district during takeoff.
Azores Archipelago
Distant views of volcanic islands if the flight path tracks slightly south across the Atlantic.
Gaspé Peninsula
The dense forests and rugged Appalachian foothills of eastern Quebec as you cross into Canada.
Saint Lawrence South Shore
Characteristic 'strip farms' and small French-Canadian villages lining the southern riverbank.
Transatlantic Sunset
As a westward flight, the left side experiences a prolonged, stunning sunset during the late stages of the journey.
The left side faces south, meaning you will deal with direct sunlight for most of the flight; keep your shade down during the mid-Atlantic crossing to stay cool. On departure from Lisbon, this side often provides the iconic view of the Cristo Rei statue if taking off to the south. In the final hour, watch for the distinct long-lot farming patterns typical of Quebec's colonial history.
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Get eSIMs for CanadaDistance: 5,235 km (3,253 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 6 hrs 10 min
Departure: LIS (38.7813, -9.13592)
Arrival: YUL (45.4706001282, -73.7407989502)
Route Type: International
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