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YDF → YYR
Which side of the plane to sit from Deer Lake Airport (Deer Lake) to Goose Bay Airport (Goose Bay)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the dramatic fjords of Gros Morne National Park shortly after departure and a stunning approach over the Churchill River into Goose Bay.
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Gros Morne National Park
Aerial views of the Long Range Mountains and the ancient Tablelands plateau.
Western Brook Pond
Look for the iconic land-locked fjord with massive 600-meter cliffs.
Strait of Belle Isle
The narrow passage between the island of Newfoundland and mainland Labrador.
Mealy Mountains
Dramatic subarctic peaks and tundra landscapes as you enter Labrador.
Churchill River
The winding path of the mighty river leading directly into the destination.
Sit on the left for the most direct views of the Gros Morne fjords about 10-15 minutes after takeoff from Deer Lake. For evening flights, this side catches the sunset over the Labrador interior. In late spring, look closely at the coastline for white dots—these are often large icebergs drifting south.
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Long Range Plateau
The rugged, roadless wilderness of the northern peninsula's interior.
Iceberg Alley
Excellent vantage point for spotting glacial ice drifting through the strait in June.
Lake Melville
A massive, 140km long tidal estuary that dominates the Labrador landscape.
Grand Lake
A deep, sapphire-blue lake nestled in the dense coniferous forests north of Goose Bay.
Happy Valley-Goose Bay
Aerial view of the town and the historic military airfield layout upon arrival.
The right side is best for seeing the sheer scale of Lake Melville during the descent. If flying during peak 'Iceberg Season' (May to July), the right side often offers a better perspective of the open water where bergs accumulate. Morning flights will have the sun behind you on this side, making for clearer photography of the landscape.
Book Hotels in Goose BayDistance: 503 km (313 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 50 min
Departure: YDF (49.21080017089844, -57.39139938354492)
Arrival: YYR (53.3191986084, -60.425800323500006)
Route Type: Domestic
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