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PDL → YYZ
Which side of the plane to sit from João Paulo II Airport (Ponta Delgada) to Lester B. Pearson International Airport (Toronto)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers spectacular views of the Azores' volcanic landscape upon departure, followed by the rugged cliffs of Newfoundland and the majestic St. Lawrence River.
Sete Cidades
The iconic green and blue twin lakes located inside a massive volcanic crater on the west end of São Miguel.
Newfoundland Landfall
The first sight of North America, featuring dramatic rocky headlands and the rugged terrain of the island.
Gulf of St. Lawrence
A massive estuary system where the Atlantic meets the river, often dotted with whitecaps.
St. Lawrence River
Follow the widening path of the river as it flows from the Great Lakes toward the ocean.
The right side is ideal for avoiding direct sunlight on this westbound route. Seat yourself here to catch the Sete Cidades crater shortly after takeoff from PDL. During the winter, look for ice formations in the Gulf of St. Lawrence.
Southern São Miguel Coast
Views of Ponta Delgada's harbor and the southern cliffs of the island immediately after takeoff.
The Mid-Atlantic
A vast expanse of deep blue ocean, occasionally revealing cargo ships on the shipping lanes below.
Nova Scotia Coastline
The intricate, jagged inlets of the Canadian Maritimes as the flight approaches the continent.
Downtown Toronto
If landing on runways 24L or 24R, passengers may see the CN Tower and Lake Ontario's shoreline.
Expect significant sun glare throughout this westbound journey as the sun stays to the south. Keep window shades partially down to stay cool while watching for the Nova Scotia coastline. Best views occur in the final 90 minutes of the flight.
Distance: 4,513 km (2,804 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 5 hrs 19 min
Departure: PDL (37.7411994934, -25.6979007721)
Arrival: YYZ (43.6772003174, -79.63059997559999)
Route Type: International
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