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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side is the clear winner for this route, providing a high probability of seeing Niagara Falls and a dramatic view of the Toronto skyline during the descent into YYZ.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Tampa Bay

Aerial views of the Sunshine Skyway Bridge and the turquoise waters of the Gulf Coast upon departure.

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Appalachian Mountains

Vivid ridges and rolling valleys of the Blue Ridge Mountains as the flight heads north through the Carolinas.

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Lake Erie Shoreline

The dramatic transition from the Pennsylvania countryside to the vast expanse of the Great Lakes.

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Niagara Falls

The highlight of the trip, offering a breathtaking perspective of the Horseshoe and American Falls during the descent.

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Toronto Skyline

A stunning vista of the CN Tower and the lakeside skyscrapers as the plane banks toward the airport.

For the best photography, choose a seat behind the wing to avoid engine heat distortion. On afternoon flights, the sun will be on your left as you head north, so keep your window shade partially closed until you reach the Great Lakes to avoid glare. Niagara Falls usually appears 15 to 20 minutes before landing; listen for pilot announcements as the approach path can vary based on wind.

Right Side Highlights
7.2
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Atlantic Coastline

Distant views of the Florida Atlantic coast and the Kennedy Space Center area during the initial climb.

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Mid-Atlantic Corridors

A bird's-eye view of the sprawling urban landscapes near Washington D.C. and Baltimore on clear days.

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Finger Lakes

The unique, slender glacial lakes of upstate New York stretching across the landscape below.

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Lake Ontario

An expansive view of the deep blue waters and the shipping lanes connecting the Great Lakes.

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GTA Suburbs

A detailed look at the intricate suburban grids of Mississauga and Oakville during the final landing phase.

The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and heat. It offers a more stable viewing experience of the Finger Lakes region in New York. If the airport is using an easterly landing pattern (Runway 05/06), you will have an excellent view of the western Greater Toronto Area suburbs and parks.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,765 km (1,097 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 21 min

Departure: TPA (27.975500106811523, -82.533203125)

Arrival: YYZ (43.6772003174, -79.63059997559999)

Route Type: International

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