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YKF → YYC
Which side of the plane to sit from Waterloo Airport (Waterloo) to Calgary International Airport (Calgary)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior lighting for photography and a front-row seat to the dramatic transition from the turquoise Great Lakes and the rugged Canadian Shield to the vast, open prairies and the rising Rocky Mountains.
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Bruce Peninsula
The stunning cliffs and turquoise waters of Georgian Bay and the Bruce Peninsula National Park.
Manitoulin Island
Aerial views of the largest freshwater island in the world and the North Channel's unique geography.
Superior Wilderness
The rugged, lake-dotted landscape of the Canadian Shield north of Lake Superior.
Manitoba Plains
The vast, perfectly flat expanse of the Red River Valley near Winnipeg.
The Rockies Arrival
The jagged, snow-capped peaks of the Rocky Mountains emerging on the western horizon during the descent.
The right side (north-facing) avoids direct sunlight for most of the flight, making it ideal for glare-free photography of the Great Lakes. Aim for a morning flight to see the Bruce Peninsula under the best light. This side also provides a wider view of the mountain range as the plane turns toward the airport.
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The winding Grand River and the urban centers of Kitchener-Waterloo immediately after takeoff.
Agricultural Heartland
The intricate patchwork of southwestern Ontario's highly productive farmland and small rural townships.
US Borderlands
On a clear day, look south across Lake Huron to see the distant shorelines of Michigan and the American Midwest.
Prairie Mosaic
The mesmerizing geometric patterns and colorful crop circles of the Saskatchewan grain belt.
Calgary Skyline
A spectacular view of the downtown core, including the Calgary Tower and Bow River, especially during the southern arrival.
The left side is best for seeing the Calgary skyline on approach. If you are flying in the late afternoon, be prepared for significant sun glare on this side. During the winter, the snow-covered prairie patterns are particularly striking from this window.
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Get eSIMs for CanadaDistance: 2,649 km (1,646 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 32 min
Departure: YKF (43.4608001709, -80.3786010742)
Arrival: YYC (51.113899231000005, -114.019996643)
Route Type: Domestic
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