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ORY โ YUL
Which side of the plane to sit from Paris-Orly Airport (Paris) to Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (Montreal)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most dramatic scenery, featuring the rugged coastline of Labrador and potential views of Greenland or icebergs, all while avoiding the direct southern sun glare.
Normandy Coastline
Clear views of the white chalk cliffs and the historic D-Day landing beaches shortly after takeoff.
Southern Ireland
The rugged, green coastline of County Cork and the Fastnet Rock lighthouse are often visible.
Iceberg Alley
In late spring and early summer, you can often spot large icebergs drifting off the coast of Newfoundland.
Labrador Wilderness
Untamed boreal forests, countless lakes, and the jagged, snowy peaks of the Torngat foothills.
Saguenay Fjord
The stunning intersection where the dark waters of the Saguenay Fjord meet the St. Lawrence River.
Sit on the right for the best photographic lighting, as the sun will be on the opposite side of the plane. Keep a close watch roughly 5-6 hours into the flight for the first glimpse of the Canadian coastline and potential sea ice.
Parisian Outskirts
Aerial views of the Palace of Versailles or the Seine river loops depending on the departure runway.
Bay of Biscay Edge
The deep blue transition where the French continental shelf drops into the North Atlantic.
Gaspรฉ Peninsula
Dramatic cliffs and the famous Percรฉ Rock can be visible as you enter Canadian airspace.
Montreal Skyline
On many approaches to YUL, the left side provides a sweeping view of Mount Royal and the downtown skyscrapers.
While the left side offers the best view of the Montreal skyline during the final approach, be prepared for significant sun glare for most of the westbound flight. It is best for seeing the St. Lawrence River's southern shore.
Distance: 5,527 km (3,434 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 6 hrs 30 min
Departure: ORY (48.7233333, 2.3794444)
Arrival: YUL (45.4706001282, -73.7407989502)
Route Type: International
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