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YLW → YYC
Which side of the plane to sit from Kelowna International Airport (Kelowna) to Calgary International Airport (Calgary)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side offers a more dramatic progression from the Okanagan valley into the heart of the high Rockies, featuring the iconic 'Matterhorn of the Rockies' and a stunning view of the Bow Valley corridor.
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Okanagan Lake
A beautiful view of the winding blue lake and the surrounding vineyards during the initial climb.
Upper Arrow Lake
Deep blue waters nestled between the Selkirk and Monashee mountain ranges.
Mount Assiniboine
The most iconic peak in the region, often called the 'Matterhorn of the Rockies' due to its pyramid shape.
The Three Sisters
The famous trio of peaks overlooking the town of Canmore as you exit the mountains.
Calgary Skyline
A sweeping view of the downtown towers and the Bow River during the final approach into YYC.
The Right Side is the clear winner for landmark spotting. Look for Mount Assiniboine roughly 15-20 minutes before landing. Morning flights offer the best lighting as the sun illuminates the eastern faces of the mountains. During winter, the contrast between the white peaks and the blue lakes is particularly striking.
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Monashee Mountains
Jagged peaks and deep forested valleys immediately visible after takeoff from Kelowna.
Rogers Pass
The historic and rugged transit corridor through Glacier National Park, surrounded by massive snowfields.
Wapta Icefield
Expansive glacial ice stretching across the Continental Divide near the border of Yoho and Banff.
Yoho National Park
Aerial views of the Kicking Horse River valley and the steep rock faces surrounding Field, BC.
Mount Hector
A prominent and massive peak situated north of Lake Louise, standing as a sentinel of the high Rockies.
Sit on the left for the best views of the northern icefields and the rugged wilderness of Glacier National Park. The sun is generally behind you on morning flights, providing excellent lighting for photography of the North-facing glaciers. Keep an eye out for the spiral tunnels near the provincial border.
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Get eSIMs for CanadaDistance: 400 km (249 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 40 min
Departure: YLW (49.9561004639, -119.377998352)
Arrival: YYC (51.113899231000005, -114.019996643)
Route Type: Domestic
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