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YQT → YYZ
Which side of the plane to sit from Thunder Bay Airport (Thunder Bay) to Lester B. Pearson International Airport (Toronto)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior scenic experience, offering a direct view of the iconic Sleeping Giant rock formation upon takeoff and the famous Toronto skyline on the approach to Pearson.
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Sleeping Giant
A massive sill of igneous rock on the Sibley Peninsula that looks like a giant lying on its back.
Thunder Bay Harbour
A bird's-eye view of the historic grain elevators and the massive breakwall of the Port of Thunder Bay.
Lake Superior North Shore
Dramatic views of the rugged, rocky shoreline and dense boreal forest of the Canadian Shield.
Georgian Bay
The stunning turquoise waters of the bay and the long sandy stretch of Wasaga Beach.
Toronto Skyline
A clear view of the CN Tower and the downtown skyscrapers during the standard arrival flight path.
Book a window seat ahead of the wing to capture the Sleeping Giant immediately after takeoff from YQT. On evening flights, this side catches the sunset reflections off the Great Lakes. If landing on runways 05 or 06L/R, the CN Tower view is most prominent from this side.
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Isle Royale
A remote island wilderness and US National Park visible in the distance across Lake Superior.
Bruce Peninsula
The narrow limestone ridge that separates the main basin of Lake Huron from Georgian Bay.
Blue Mountain
The distinct ski trails and resort area of the Niagara Escarpment near Collingwood.
Mississauga Skyline
The high-density 'Absolute World' twisting towers and the suburban expanse of the GTA.
The right side is ideal for morning flights as the sun will be on the opposite side, reducing window glare. It offers a more peaceful view of the deep blue open waters of the Great Lakes. Watch for the dramatic change from wilderness to dense urban grid as you cross over the Niagara Escarpment.
Book Hotels in TorontoDistance: 911 km (566 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 31 min
Departure: YQT (48.37189865112305, -89.32389831542969)
Arrival: YYZ (43.6772003174, -79.63059997559999)
Route Type: Domestic
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