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MCI → YYZ
Which side of the plane to sit from Kansas City International Airport (Kansas City) to Lester B. Pearson International Airport (Toronto)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior vantage point for the iconic Chicago skyline, the curved southern tip of Lake Michigan, and the potential to spot Niagara Falls in the distance during the approach to Toronto.
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Chicago Skyline
A breathtaking view of the Willis Tower, Navy Pier, and the unique architecture of the Windy City.
Lake Michigan Shoreline
Follow the sandy beaches and industrial ports along the southern curve of the lake.
Michigan Wind Farms
Massive clusters of wind turbines visible across the rural landscape of southern Michigan.
Lake Ontario
The deep blue horizon of the lake as the aircraft aligns for the descent into Pearson.
Niagara Falls
On clear days and specific arrival paths, the mist and scale of the falls are visible to the south.
This side is essential for the Chicago flyover, which usually occurs midway through the flight. On the final approach into YYZ from the west, keep your eyes on the southern horizon to spot the mist rising from Niagara Falls. Night flights are particularly spectacular on this side due to the dense urban lighting of Chicago and the Golden Horseshoe.
Book Hotels in TorontoMississippi River Crossing
Aerial view of the massive river forming the natural border between Iowa and Illinois.
Milwaukee Coastline
Views of the Wisconsin shoreline and the urban center of Milwaukee as you cross Lake Michigan.
Central Michigan Forests
Deep green landscapes and agricultural patterns of the Michigan interior.
Lake Huron
Vast blue expanses and coastal views of the 'Thumb' region of Michigan.
North Toronto Suburbs
Detailed view of the dense residential expansion of Vaughan and Richmond Hill on descent.
Sit well ahead or behind the wing to capture the transition from the Midwestern plains to the Great Lakes. Morning flights on this side avoid direct sun glare, making it easier to photograph the Mississippi River and the northern Michigan landscape.
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Get eSIMs for CanadaDistance: 1,345 km (836 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 48 min
Departure: MCI (39.2976, -94.713898)
Arrival: YYZ (43.6772003174, -79.63059997559999)
Route Type: International
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