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YAA → YVR
Which side of the plane to sit from Anahim Lake Airport (Anahim Lake) to Vancouver International Airport (Vancouver)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers unparalleled views of the massive Coast Mountain icefields and the dramatic transition from rugged alpine peaks to the deep blue fjords of Howe Sound upon the approach into Vancouver.
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Monarch Icefield
Vast, shimmering ice caps and jagged summits visible shortly after departing the Anahim Lake area.
Tweedsmuir South Park
Aerial views of one of British Columbia's largest and most remote wilderness parks.
Tantalus Range
A series of incredibly sharp, serrated peaks and hanging glaciers that mark the edge of the coastal range.
Howe Sound
A spectacular fjord system filled with emerald islands, visible as the aircraft begins its final descent.
Strait of Georgia
Views of the busy shipping lanes, BC Ferries, and the Gulf Islands as you approach YVR over the water.
The right side is best for afternoon flights to avoid direct sunlight while capturing the Coast Mountains. Watch for the dramatic drop-off where the mountains meet the Pacific Ocean at Howe Sound. If landing on Runway 08L, you will get a perfect view of the UBC campus and the city's west side.
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Chilcotin Plateau
Expansive views of the high-altitude interior plateau and its unique ranching landscape shortly after takeoff.
Lillooet Icefield
Breathtaking views of vast glacier systems and hidden alpine lakes tucked between eastern mountain ridges.
Whistler Blackcomb
Clear sights of the world-famous ski resort's peaks and valley as the flight heads south.
Mount Garibaldi
A stunning perspective of this iconic stratovolcano towering over the surrounding provincial park.
Metro Vancouver
Panoramic views of the North Shore mountains and the urban sprawl of Burnaby and New Westminster during descent.
Choose the left side for morning flights to see the sun illuminating the glaciated peaks of the Garibaldi Range. Look for the turquoise waters of Garibaldi Lake during mid-flight. During the winter, the snow-covered peaks of the interior are particularly striking.
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Get eSIMs for CanadaDistance: 392 km (244 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 39 min
Departure: YAA (52.45249938964844, -125.3030014038086)
Arrival: YVR (49.193901061999995, -123.183998108)
Route Type: Domestic
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