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YEG → YXX
Which side of the plane to sit from Edmonton International Airport (Edmonton) to Abbotsford Airport (Abbotsford)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a stunning panorama of the Southern Rockies and a clear view of the iconic Mt. Baker during the descent into Abbotsford.
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Southern Rockies
View the snow-capped peaks of the Banff and Jasper border region shortly after takeoff.
Mount Assiniboine
Look for the 'Matterhorn of the Rockies' standing tall among the jagged mountain ranges.
Okanagan Lakes
Aerial views of the deep blue waters of Lake Okanagan and Skaha Lake near Penticton.
Manning Provincial Park
Dense evergreen forests and alpine ridges as you cross the Cascade Mountains.
Mount Baker
A spectacular view of the massive, glacier-clad volcano in Washington state during the final descent.
Sit on the left for the best views of the sun reflecting off the Okanagan lakes. In winter, the low southern sun illuminates the mountain ridges beautifully. Keep your camera ready about 15 minutes before landing for a clear shot of Mt. Baker.
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Edmonton Skyline
Catch a glimpse of the North Saskatchewan River and downtown Edmonton shortly after departure.
Rogers Pass
Fly over the heart of Glacier National Park and the historic, rugged mountain pass.
The Monashees
Dramatic vertical relief and sharp peaks characteristic of the interior mountain ranges.
Harrison Lake
The long, turquoise glacier-fed lake nestled deep within the Coast Mountains.
Fraser River
Watch the mighty Fraser River snake through the fertile valley as you approach YXX.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid direct glare while viewing the Rockies. You will get a closer look at the rugged peaks of the Coast Mountains just before the descent into the Fraser Valley begins.
Book Hotels in AbbotsfordDistance: 775 km (482 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 18 min
Departure: YEG (53.3097000122, -113.580001831)
Arrival: YXX (49.02529907226562, -122.36100006103516)
Route Type: Domestic
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