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YKL → YQB
Which side of the plane to sit from Schefferville Airport (Schefferville) to Quebec Jean Lesage International Airport (Quebec)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the dramatic transition from the subarctic tundra to the massive St. Lawrence Estuary, including a perfect angle of the Manicouagan impact crater and the historic Quebec City approach.
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Manicouagan Reservoir
Also known as the 'Eye of Quebec', this massive annular lake formed by a meteorite impact is clearly visible mid-flight.
Moisie River
One of the most powerful and wild salmon rivers in North America, winding through deep glacial valleys.
St. Lawrence Estuary
The dramatic point where the northern wilderness meets the vast, saline waters of the St. Lawrence Gulf.
Île d'Orléans
A historic agricultural island visible just before landing, showcasing traditional Quebecois strip-farming patterns.
Old Quebec & Chateau Frontenac
On a standard southern approach, the left side provides a distant but iconic view of the historic fortified city.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare while capturing the deep blues of the St. Lawrence. Watch for the 'Eye of Quebec' about 35-45 minutes into the flight. During winter, the contrast between the frozen taiga and the open water of the estuary is stunning.
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Iron Ore Mines
The massive open-pit mines of the Labrador Trough are visible immediately after takeoff from Schefferville.
Endless Boreal Forest
Thousands of square kilometers of untouched taiga and spruce forest dotted with millions of small lakes.
Laurentian Mountains
Ancient, rounded mountain peaks that characterize the Canadian Shield as you head further south.
Jacques-Cartier National Park
Look for the deep, U-shaped glacial valleys as you descend toward the Quebec City region.
The right side is ideal for evening flights to catch the sunset over the endless wilderness of the Canadian Shield. It provides the best view of the industrial mining operations near the start of the journey. Keep your camera ready for the steep valley formations of the Laurentides near the end of the trip.
Book Hotels in QuebecDistance: 947 km (588 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 35 min
Departure: YKL (54.80530166625977, -66.8052978515625)
Arrival: YQB (46.7911, -71.393303)
Route Type: Domestic
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