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YQT → YWG
Which side of the plane to sit from Thunder Bay Airport (Thunder Bay) to Winnipeg / James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (Winnipeg)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the rugged Canadian Shield, including the iconic Kakabeka Falls shortly after takeoff and the densely island-dotted northern section of Lake of the Woods.
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Kakabeka Falls
Visible just minutes after departure, this is the second highest waterfall in Ontario, often called the Niagara of the North.
Precambrian Shield
Incredible patterns of ancient granite rock, muskeg, and dense boreal forest characteristic of the region.
Kenora
A bird's-eye view of the town of Kenora and the intricate network of islands in northern Lake of the Woods.
Whiteshell Provincial Park
Beautiful landscapes featuring deep blue lakes like West Hawk Lake, formed in a meteorite crater.
Winnipeg Cityscape
On the standard approach from the east, get a clear view of The Forks and the downtown Winnipeg skyline.
The right side is ideal for photographers. Keep your camera ready within the first 10 minutes for Kakabeka Falls. During winter months, the frozen lakes and snow-dusted granite ridges create striking geometric patterns. Note that the sun may be direct on this side for morning flights, potentially causing glare.
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Quetico Provincial Park
A massive wilderness area featuring a labyrinth of thousands of pristine lakes and rivers.
Boundary Waters
View the scenic and remote border region shared between Ontario and the US state of Minnesota.
Lake of the Woods South
The southern portion of this massive lake, including the open waters of the Big Traverse Bay.
Red River Valley
Observe the dramatic shift from the rocky Shield to the exceptionally flat, fertile prairie farmland.
Sit on the left for softer lighting during afternoon flights, as the sun will be on the opposite side. This side provides a better perspective of the vastness of the Quetico wilderness. Watch for the distinct line where the boreal forest suddenly ends and the flat agricultural plains of Manitoba begin.
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Get eSIMs for CanadaDistance: 600 km (373 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr
Departure: YQT (48.37189865112305, -89.32389831542969)
Arrival: YWG (49.909999847399995, -97.2398986816)
Route Type: Domestic
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