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YOW → YYT
Which side of the plane to sit from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (Ottawa) to St. John's International Airport (St. John's)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the dramatic widening of the St. Lawrence Estuary and the rugged, untouched wilderness of the Canadian Shield and the Long Range Mountains.
Ottawa River Valley
Aerial views of the capital's waterways and the transition into the dense forests of western Quebec.
Laurentian Mountains
The ancient, rolling peaks of the Canadian Shield provide a textured landscape north of the flight path.
St. Lawrence Estuary
Observe the massive scale of the river as it transitions into the Gulf, often showing sediment plumes.
Manicouagan Reservoir
On clear days with a northerly track, the 'Eye of Quebec' impact crater is visible as a giant ring of water.
Long Range Mountains
The stunning northern extension of the Appalachians carving through the Newfoundland wilderness.
Torbay Coastline
Dramatic Atlantic cliffs and deep blue waters as the aircraft begins its final descent into St. John's.
For the best visibility of the Laurentian Shield and the Estuary, book a morning flight to avoid the glare of the southern sun. Keep your camera ready about 40 minutes before landing to catch the rugged Newfoundland coastline; the geological formations are exceptionally clear from this side during the descent into YYT.
Montreal Skyline
A distant view of Mount Royal and the urban sprawl of Canada's second-largest city to the south.
Appalachian Range
The rolling green hills and deep valleys of New Brunswick and the Eastern Townships.
Prince Edward Island
The unmistakable crescent shape and vibrant red soil of PEI are often clearly visible in the Gulf.
Confederation Bridge
A tiny silver thread connecting the mainland to PEI, visible on exceptionally clear days.
Cape Breton Island
Spectacular views of the Highlands and the complex waterways of Bras d'Or Lake.
Signal Hill & Cape Spear
Depending on the wind direction, the final turn often reveals the historic Cabot Tower and North America's easternmost point.
The right side is superior for spotting iconic maritime landmarks like PEI and Cape Breton. If the aircraft approaches YYT from the south, passengers on this side get an unparalleled view of Cape Spear and Signal Hill. Use a polarizer on your camera lens to cut through the haze and enhance the vibrant red hues of the Atlantic provinces.
Distance: 1,767 km (1,098 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 21 min
Departure: YOW (45.3224983215332, -75.66919708251953)
Arrival: YYT (47.618598938000005, -52.7518997192)
Route Type: Domestic
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