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SVO → YYZ
Which side of the plane to sit from Sheremetyevo International Airport (Moscow) to Lester B. Pearson International Airport (Toronto)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the desolate and magnificent Arctic wilderness, specifically the central Greenland ice sheet and the jagged coastlines of Baffin Island.
Greenland Ice Cap
An endless, blindingly white horizon of the world's second-largest ice body, best seen 4 to 5 hours into the flight.
Baffin Island Peaks
Dramatic, snow-capped mountains and rugged Arctic terrain along the northeastern Canadian coast.
Hudson Bay
The vast, ice-streaked waters of the northern bay, showcasing the isolation of the Canadian North.
Georgian Bay
The clear blue waters and rocky islands of Lake Huron's eastern arm just before the final descent.
For overnight flights, the right side is the prime spot for viewing the Aurora Borealis over the North Atlantic and Arctic. Ensure your window is clear, as the high-latitude sun can be intense during the day.
Nordic Taiga
Dense boreal forests and interconnected lake systems across Finland and Sweden shortly after departure.
Greenland Fjords
The southern coastal tip of Greenland, featuring deep glacial valleys and floating icebergs.
St. Lawrence Seaway
The massive waterway connecting the Great Lakes to the Atlantic, visible during the descent into Ontario.
Toronto Waterfront
A sweeping view of Lake Ontario and the Mississauga shoreline as the plane aligns for Pearson Airport.
On daytime flights, the left side provides excellent light for photographing the Canadian Shield. If flying in autumn, the vibrant colors of the Quebec and Ontario forests are more prominent from this side.
Distance: 7,467 km (4,640 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 8 hrs 47 min
Departure: SVO (55.972599, 37.4146)
Arrival: YYZ (43.6772003174, -79.63059997559999)
Route Type: International
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