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VRA → YUL
Which side of the plane to sit from Juan Gualberto Gomez International Airport (Varadero) to Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (Montreal)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the United States East Coast, providing a detailed look at major metropolitan skylines like Miami and New York, alongside the rugged greenery of the Adirondack Mountains.
Varadero Peninsula
A stunning view of the narrow Hicacos Peninsula and its white sand beaches immediately after takeoff.
Florida Everglades
The vast, shimmering wetlands of Southern Florida and the sprawling urban layout of the Miami metro area.
Mid-Atlantic Urban Corridor
Distant but clear views of the Washington D.C. and Baltimore metropolitan regions as the flight heads north.
New York City Skyline
On clear days, the unmistakable Manhattan skyline, Central Park, and the Hudson River are visible as you pass New Jersey.
Adirondack Mountains
A transition into the high peaks and deep forests of upstate New York shortly before crossing the Canadian border.
Sit on the left for daytime flights to avoid the harsh glare of the Atlantic sun in the morning. For late afternoon flights, you will be treated to a spectacular sunset over the American interior. Keep your camera ready about 2.5 hours into the flight for the best chance to spot the NYC skyline.
The Gulf Stream
The deep indigo waters of the Atlantic current contrasting with the turquoise shallows of the Caribbean.
Cape Canaveral
The launch pads of the Kennedy Space Center are often visible as the plane tracks along the Florida coastline.
The Outer Banks
The thin, fragile strip of barrier islands off the coast of North Carolina, surrounded by the Atlantic.
Long Island Sound
A great perspective of the New England coastline and the busy maritime routes leading toward Boston.
St. Lawrence River
During the final descent into Montreal, you get an excellent view of the massive seaway and the Port of Montreal.
The right side is ideal for passengers who enjoy vast ocean horizons and coastal geography. It is the best side for viewing the approach into YUL, as the aircraft often banks over the St. Lawrence River, offering a view of the Jacques Cartier Bridge and the Biosphere if landing from the south.
Distance: 2,590 km (1,609 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 27 min
Departure: VRA (23.03440093994141, -81.435302734375)
Arrival: YUL (45.4706001282, -73.7407989502)
Route Type: International
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