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YQR → YYZ
Which side of the plane to sit from Regina International Airport (Regina) to Lester B. Pearson International Airport (Toronto)?
Left Side of the Plane
Offers a front-row seat to the dramatic transition from the flat Prairies to the rugged, lake-dotted Canadian Shield and the stunning turquoise waters of Georgian Bay.
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Qu'Appelle Valley
A deep, lush glacial valley cutting through the flat Saskatchewan plains shortly after takeoff.
Lake Winnipeg
The massive southern basin of one of North America's largest freshwater lakes.
Boreal Forest
An endless carpet of green trees and granite outcrops characteristic of the Canadian Shield.
Superior North Shore
Rugged, prehistoric cliffs and the deep blue, cold waters of the world's largest lake by area.
Georgian Bay
The '30,000 Islands' region featuring white quartzite shores and windswept pines.
Sit on the left for the best views of the sunrise on early morning flights. Watch for the terrain change about 45 minutes into the flight as the grid-like farmland of the prairies gives way to the chaotic, water-rich patterns of the Canadian Shield. On approach to YYZ, this side often provides a clear view of the sprawling northern suburbs of the Greater Toronto Area.
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Regina Cityscape
A clear view of the 'Queen City,' including Wascana Centre and the provincial legislature.
Lake of the Woods
A massive labyrinth of over 14,000 islands along the Manitoba-Ontario border.
The Sleeping Giant
The iconic mesas and sills of the Sibley Peninsula near Thunder Bay, if the flight path tracks south.
Bruce Peninsula
The dramatic limestone cliffs of the Niagara Escarpment separating Lake Huron from Georgian Bay.
Lake Ontario Coastline
The dense urban development and industrial landscape of the 'Golden Horseshoe' during descent.
Toronto Skyline
Depending on the landing runway, spectacular views of the CN Tower and downtown core over the lake.
The right side is ideal for afternoon or evening flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. Keep your window shade open during the final 20 minutes; if the aircraft approaches Pearson from the southwest, you will get a panoramic view of the Toronto skyline and Lake Ontario. Look for the distinct turquoise water near the Bruce Peninsula about 30 minutes before arrival.
Book Hotels in TorontoDistance: 2,028 km (1,260 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 42 min
Departure: YQR (50.43190002441406, -104.66600036621094)
Arrival: YYZ (43.6772003174, -79.63059997559999)
Route Type: Domestic
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