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YAM → YSB
Which side of the plane to sit from Sault Ste Marie Airport (Sault Sainte Marie) to Sudbury Airport (Sudbury)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior perspective of the Lake Huron shoreline, featuring the North Channel, the expansive Manitoulin Island, and the iconic white quartzite peaks of the La Cloche Mountains.
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St. Marys River
The waterway connecting Lake Superior and Lake Huron, featuring the International Bridge.
St. Joseph Island
A large, scenic island known for its agriculture and maple syrup production.
The North Channel
World-renowned sailing waters dotted with thousands of small granite islands and clear blue water.
Manitoulin Island
The world's largest freshwater island is visible on the horizon to the south.
La Cloche Mountains
Unique white quartzite ridges in Killarney that contrast sharply with the surrounding greenery.
The right side is highly recommended for coastal views. Aim for a window seat mid-cabin to avoid wing obstruction of the shoreline. In autumn, the contrast between the white La Cloche mountains and the changing leaves is spectacular. If flying in winter, the ice patterns on the North Channel create beautiful geometric textures.
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Boreal Forest Canopy
Dense stretches of the Canadian Shield featuring ancient rock and millions of spruce and pine trees.
Elliot Lake Region
A glimpse of the historic mining area surrounded by a complex network of deep inland lakes.
Sudbury Basin Edge
Views of the geological rim formed by a massive meteorite impact nearly 2 billion years ago.
Sudbury Mining Infrastructure
Industrial landscapes including the smelters and the iconic Superstack as you approach the city.
Sit on the left for better views of the rugged interior and the geological structure of the Sudbury Basin. Early morning flights are ideal as the sun rises to the east, illuminating the forest colors. Keep an eye out for the transition from pure wilderness to the distinct industrial footprint of the nickel mines near the end of the flight.
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Get eSIMs for CanadaDistance: 284 km (176 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 28 min
Departure: YAM (46.48500061035156, -84.5093994140625)
Arrival: YSB (46.625, -80.79889678955078)
Route Type: Domestic
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