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YHZ → YYR
Which side of the plane to sit from Halifax / Stanfield International Airport (Halifax) to Goose Bay Airport (Goose Bay)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers superior views of the dramatic Cape Breton Highlands, the rugged western coast of Newfoundland, and the majestic entrance to Lake Melville as you descend into Goose Bay.
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Cape Breton Highlands
Stunning views of the plateau and deep river canyons of the highlands, including the dramatic cliffs along the Cabot Trail.
Long Range Mountains
The northernmost extent of the Appalachian Mountains in Newfoundland, featuring ancient granite peaks and glacial troughs.
Lake Melville
A massive 3,000-square-kilometer tidal estuary that serves as the gateway to Goose Bay, surrounded by subarctic wilderness.
Mealy Mountains
Dramatic views of the Mealy Mountains National Park Reserve, featuring some of the most pristine tundra and boreal forest in Labrador.
Cabot Strait
The vital waterway connecting the Gulf of St. Lawrence to the Atlantic, where you can often spot large shipping vessels or ferries.
Sit on the right for the most iconic landscapes of Atlantic Canada. For flights in late spring, watch for icebergs drifting in the Strait of Belle Isle. Morning flights provide the best direct lighting for the Mealy Mountains during the final approach into Goose Bay.
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Nova Scotia Wilderness
Aerial views of the dense spruce forests and labyrinthine lake systems of central Nova Scotia immediately after takeoff.
Prince Edward Island
On clear days, the distant red sandstone cliffs and patchwork green fields of PEI are visible to the west across the Northumberland Strait.
Gulf of St. Lawrence
A vast expanse of blue water that often features intricate patterns of sea ice and 'pancake' ice during the winter and spring months.
Quebec North Shore
The desolate and beautiful landscape of the Mingan Archipelago and the rugged coastline of the Cote-Nord region.
Choose a window seat mid-cabin or forward to avoid engine heat haze. Afternoon flights are best for the left side to keep the sun behind you, illuminating the coastal features of the Gulf of St. Lawrence without glare.
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Get eSIMs for CanadaDistance: 965 km (600 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 37 min
Departure: YHZ (44.880798339799995, -63.508598327600005)
Arrival: YYR (53.3191986084, -60.425800323500006)
Route Type: Domestic
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