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YHZ → YHM
Which side of the plane to sit from Halifax / Stanfield International Airport (Halifax) to John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (Hamilton)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most iconic landmarks, including a distant view of Montreal and a spectacular perspective of the Toronto skyline across Lake Ontario during the descent into Hamilton.
Halifax & Bedford Basin
A great view of the historic harbor and the urban sprawl of HRM shortly after departure from YHZ.
New Brunswick River Systems
The winding Saint John River and the vast wilderness of the Canadian Maritimes.
Montreal Skyline
Often visible in the distance to the north, look for the distinct silhouette of Mount Royal.
Toronto Skyline
The absolute highlight; the CN Tower and financial district skyscrapers are clearly visible across Lake Ontario during descent.
Niagara Escarpment
The limestone ridge and the 'Mountain' in Hamilton come into focus just before landing at YHM.
The right side is superior for urban geography. To see the Toronto skyline, ensure you are looking north as the plane crosses Lake Ontario. For morning flights, this side will be shaded, providing better conditions for photography without glare.
Bay of Fundy
Witness the dramatic coastline and swirling silt of the world's highest tides between Nova Scotia and New Brunswick.
Appalachian Foothills
Aerial views of the rolling green mountains and dense forests spanning the border of Maine and Quebec.
St. Lawrence Seaway
The southern bank of the massive river system that serves as a vital shipping artery for North America.
Lake Ontario South Shore
Gliding along the southern edge of the lake with views toward the Rochester and Buffalo regions of New York.
Niagara Falls
On a clear day during a southern approach, the mist from the falls is often visible to the south of the aircraft.
Look out for the Bay of Fundy approximately 20 minutes after takeoff. If the flight path takes a southerly route over the Niagara Peninsula, have your camera ready for the mist rising from the falls. Evening flights provide a beautiful sunset view over the wing.
Distance: 1,325 km (823 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 46 min
Departure: YHZ (44.880798339799995, -63.508598327600005)
Arrival: YHM (43.173599243199995, -79.93499755859999)
Route Type: Domestic
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