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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

While both sides offer stunning views, the Right Side provides a superior vantage point for the dramatic fjords of Gros Morne National Park immediately after takeoff and a better angle of the Montreal skyline during the mid-flight segment.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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Gros Morne National Park

Breathtaking views of the Long Range Mountains and the ancient fjords of Western Newfoundland shortly after departure.

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St. Lawrence North Shore

The dramatic mouth of the Saguenay River and the rugged, forested landscape of the Canadian Shield.

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Montreal Skyline

A fantastic view of Mount Royal, the Olympic Stadium, and the dense downtown core of Quebec's largest city.

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Ottawa River Valley

The wide river valley marking the border between Ontario and Quebec, visible in the distance to the north.

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GTA Sprawl

The massive urban footprint of the Greater Toronto Area, highlighting the scale of Canada's most populous region.

The right side is essential for seeing the most dramatic scenery in Newfoundland (Gros Morne) within the first 15 minutes of flight. For morning departures, this side stays shaded, reducing glare for photography. Keep your camera ready as you pass Montreal, as the aircraft often passes directly north of the city.

Left Side Highlights
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Gulf of St. Lawrence

Expansive views of the deep blue waters and ice flows during winter months as you leave the island of Newfoundland.

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Gaspé Peninsula

The rugged southern coastline of the St. Lawrence and the northern terminus of the Appalachian Mountains.

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Montreal South Shore

Clear views of the Richelieu River and the suburban expansion of the South Shore during the descent toward Ontario.

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Thousand Islands

The scenic archipelago at the head of the St. Lawrence River, visible as the plane transitions over Kingston.

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Toronto Shoreline

Iconic views of the CN Tower and downtown waterfront if the flight path approaches YYZ from Lake Ontario.

Choose the left side for sunset flights to enjoy the glow over the water. This side is often better for seeing the Toronto skyline if the aircraft is assigned a southern approach (Runway 24R/L or 06R/L). Watch for the transition from the rugged Atlantic terrain to the orderly agricultural grids of Southern Ontario.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,804 km (1,121 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 24 min

Departure: YDF (49.21080017089844, -57.39139938354492)

Arrival: YYZ (43.6772003174, -79.63059997559999)

Route Type: Domestic

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