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MIA → YYZ
Which side of the plane to sit from Miami International Airport (Miami) to Lester B. Pearson International Airport (Toronto)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the Appalachian Mountains during cruise and provides the iconic approach over Niagara Falls and the Toronto skyline upon arrival.
Everglades National Park
Vast wetlands and sawgrass marshes visible immediately after departing Miami's airspace.
Appalachian Mountains
Breathtaking views of the rolling green ridges of the Blue Ridge and Allegheny ranges.
Finger Lakes
The long, narrow glacial lakes of Upstate New York glisten during the descent.
Niagara Falls
The most famous highlight; the falls are typically visible on the left side during the southern approach to YYZ.
Toronto Skyline
A stunning view of the CN Tower and downtown core as the plane banks toward the runway.
Choose a window seat on the left (Port) side to maximize your chances of seeing Niagara Falls and the CN Tower. Afternoon flights are ideal as the sun will be on the opposite side of the aircraft, reducing glare for photography. In winter, the frozen patterns on Lake Ontario and the snow-capped Appalachians are particularly striking.
Florida Gold Coast
Spectacular views of Miami Beach and the turquoise Atlantic coastline during takeoff.
Cape Canaveral
Look for the Kennedy Space Center launch pads if the flight path hugs the Florida coast.
Outer Banks
The distinctive thin ribbon of barrier islands off the coast of North Carolina.
Chesapeake Bay
The massive estuary and the intricate waterways around Virginia and Maryland.
Lake Ontario Shoreline
Detailed views of the industrial ports and eastern Toronto suburbs during final descent.
The right side is excellent for coastal scenery during the first half of the journey. If you are flying in the morning, be prepared for intense sunlight and heat from this side. Keep an eye out for the Manhattan skyline in the distance if the flight path stays inland over New Jersey.
Distance: 1,990 km (1,237 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 39 min
Departure: MIA (25.79319953918457, -80.29060363769531)
Arrival: YYZ (43.6772003174, -79.63059997559999)
Route Type: International
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