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SEA → YYJ
Which side of the plane to sit from Seattle Tacoma International Airport (Seattle) to Victoria International Airport (Victoria)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the dramatic Olympic Mountains and the rugged coastline of the Olympic Peninsula as you traverse the Puget Sound toward Vancouver Island.
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Olympic Mountains
Breathtaking views of the snow-capped peaks within Olympic National Park, including Mount Olympus.
Puget Sound
The intricate network of waterways and inlets that define the Pacific Northwest coastline.
Olympic National Park
Deep green canopy of ancient temperate rainforests stretching toward the coast.
Port Townsend
The Victorian-era seaport located at the northeastern tip of the Olympic Peninsula.
Strait of Juan de Fuca
The expansive international shipping lane separating the United States and Canada.
Sit on the left for the best views of the Olympic range. In the late afternoon, the sun illuminates these peaks from behind you, creating stunning high-contrast landscapes. Watch for the dramatic drop-off where the mountains meet the sea near Port Angeles.
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Seattle Skyline
Aerial view of the Space Needle and downtown skyscrapers immediately after takeoff from SEA.
Mount Baker
The massive, ice-covered stratovolcano dominates the northern horizon in the Cascade Range.
San Juan Islands
A bird's-eye view of the beautiful archipelago, including Orcas and San Juan Island.
Deception Pass
The famous high bridge and swirling tidal currents connecting Whidbey and Fidalgo islands.
Paine Field
The Boeing factory and airfield in Everett, often visible during the initial climb.
The right side is superior for volcano spotting, specifically Mount Baker. Morning flights are ideal for this side as the sun lights up the Cascades. On the descent into Victoria, you will get an excellent overview of the San Juan and Gulf Islands dotting the Salish Sea.
Book Hotels in VictoriaDistance: 157 km (98 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 16 min
Departure: SEA (47.449001, -122.308998)
Arrival: YYJ (48.646900177, -123.426002502)
Route Type: International
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