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SFO → YYZ
Which side of the plane to sit from San Francisco International Airport (San Francisco) to Lester B. Pearson International Airport (Toronto)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side offers superior views of the San Francisco Bay during departure and the Chicago skyline against Lake Michigan mid-flight, making it the more scenic choice for this transcontinental journey.
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San Francisco Bay
Iconic views of the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz during the initial climb if taking off to the North.
Lake Tahoe
The deep blue alpine lake surrounded by the snow-capped Sierra Nevada mountains in Northern California.
Great Salt Lake
The distinct color variations and massive salt flats of northern Utah offer a unique geological vista.
Chicago Skyline
A dramatic view of the Windy City's skyscrapers perfectly framed against the vast blue of Lake Michigan.
Lake Huron
The transition from the US into Ontario over the rugged coastlines and deep waters of the Great Lakes.
Sit on the left for a classic departure view of the Golden Gate Bridge. During mid-flight, keep an eye out for the distinct turquoise waters of the Great Salt Lake. For evening arrivals, the sunset will be behind you, providing clear, glare-free views of the Great Lakes region.
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Silicon Valley
An aerial perspective of the headquarters of global tech giants and the southern reaches of the SF Peninsula.
Great Basin
The rugged, arid basins and mountain ranges of Nevada and Utah providing a stark, beautiful desert landscape.
Rocky Mountains
Majestic high-altitude peaks and deep valleys across the continental divide in Wyoming or Colorado.
The Midwest Patchwork
The colorful circular irrigation patterns of Nebraska and Iowa that create a mesmerizing geometric quilt.
Toronto Skyline
Excellent views of the CN Tower and Lake Ontario on the southern approach paths into Pearson Airport.
Choose the right side to see the sprawling Silicon Valley after takeoff. This side is also better for spotting red rock formations if the flight path dips south. During winter, the snow-covered Great Plains offer a beautiful geometric landscape that is best viewed during the afternoon sun.
Book Hotels in TorontoDistance: 3,627 km (2,254 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 16 min
Departure: SFO (37.61899948120117, -122.375)
Arrival: YYZ (43.6772003174, -79.63059997559999)
Route Type: International
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