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MDT → YYZ
Which side of the plane to sit from Harrisburg International Airport (Harrisburg) to Lester B. Pearson International Airport (Toronto)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft offers superior views of the dramatic Appalachian ridge-and-valley formations and is typically positioned for a spectacular glimpse of Niagara Falls and the Toronto skyline during the descent into YYZ.
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Appalachian Ridges
View the unique parallel ridges of the Susquehanna Valley shortly after takeoff from Harrisburg.
Niagara Falls
As the plane descends toward Lake Ontario, you can often spot the massive mist cloud and the falls to the west.
Toronto Skyline
On standard approaches to runways 23 or 24L/R, the CN Tower and downtown core are clearly visible across the water.
Welland Canal
Watch for the series of locks connecting Lake Erie and Lake Ontario used by massive cargo ships.
Book a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat distortion. On morning flights, the sun will be behind you, providing perfect lighting for photos of the Niagara Peninsula and the CN Tower. Keep your camera ready as soon as the pilot announces the descent over the Canadian border.
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Finger Lakes
Catch glimpses of the long, narrow glacial lakes of Upstate New York during the mid-flight cruise.
Lake Ontario Shoreline
Enjoy panoramic views of the vast blue expanse of Lake Ontario as you cross from New York into Ontario airspace.
Rochester Skyline
On clear days, the city of Rochester and the Genesee River outlet are visible to the north.
Mississauga Waterfront
During the final approach, see the 'Absolute World' twisting towers and the suburban landscape of the GTA.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the setting sun. While you might miss the direct view of the Falls, you get a better perspective of the eastern Finger Lakes and the expansive New York countryside before reaching the Great Lakes.
Book Hotels in TorontoDistance: 454 km (282 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 45 min
Departure: MDT (40.1935005188, -76.7633972168)
Arrival: YYZ (43.6772003174, -79.63059997559999)
Route Type: International
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