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YEG → YYC
Which side of the plane to sit from Edmonton International Airport (Edmonton) to Calgary International Airport (Calgary)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is superior as it offers constant, panoramic views of the Canadian Rockies and the dramatic transition from the Alberta prairies to the mountain foothills.
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The Rocky Mountains
Stunning, snow-capped peaks of the Front Ranges are visible to the west throughout the entire 45-minute flight.
Alberta Foothills
The beautiful rolling terrain where the flat plains begin their upward climb toward the mountains.
Calgary Skyline
On the standard approach to YYC, the right side often captures the iconic Calgary Tower and Bow building.
Ghost Lake
A glimpse of the turquoise glacial waters of the Bow River valley as you move further south.
This is the 'must-have' side for tourists. Sunset flights are spectacular as the sun drops behind the mountain peaks. For the best view of the Calgary skyline during landing, choose a seat slightly behind the wing to ensure the engine doesn't block the vista when the plane banks for its final approach into YYC.
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Immediate views of the heavy industrial heart of Alberta's energy sector right after takeoff.
Agricultural Grid
The quintessential 'patchwork quilt' of the Canadian prairies with perfectly square sections of farmland.
Red Deer Cityscape
A clear view of the Waskasoo Creek area and the downtown core of Alberta's third-largest city.
CP Rail Mainline
Watch the long freight trains snaking along the Highway 2 corridor toward the Calgary hubs.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct western sun. This side is better for observing the geometric beauty of the prairie road grid and spotting the various 'sloughs' and wetlands that dot the landscape in spring. Watch for the sharp transition into Calgary's eastern industrial zones upon descent.
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Get eSIMs for CanadaDistance: 246 km (153 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 25 min
Departure: YEG (53.3097000122, -113.580001831)
Arrival: YYC (51.113899231000005, -114.019996643)
Route Type: Domestic
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