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YQX → YHZ
Which side of the plane to sit from Gander International Airport (Gander) to Halifax / Stanfield International Airport (Halifax)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side is preferred for its superior views of the rugged western coastline of Cape Breton Island and the unique tidal geography of the Northumberland Strait and Shubenacadie River upon descent.
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Newfoundland Wilderness
Dense boreal forests and countless glacial lakes in the uninhabited interior of central Newfoundland.
Cabot Strait Crossing
The expansive blue waters where the Gulf of St. Lawrence meets the Atlantic Ocean.
Cape Breton Highlands
Dramatic views of the western plateau and steep cliffs that define the world-famous Cabot Trail.
Northumberland Strait
A glimpse of the shallow, warmer waters between Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island.
Shubenacadie River
The winding river known for its massive tidal bores as it nears the Bay of Fundy.
Sit on the left for afternoon flights to keep the sun behind you. This side offers the best perspective of the rugged Cape Breton coastline shortly after crossing the water. Keep your eyes peeled for the distinct change in water color near the Northumberland Strait.
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Fortune Bay
The complex coastline of Newfoundland's southern shore with its many deep inlets.
St. Pierre & Miquelon
On clear days and southerly tracks, you may spot this small French overseas territory in the distance.
Bras d'Or Lake
Nova Scotia's massive inland salt-water sea, looking like a sparkling jewel in the center of Cape Breton.
Canso Causeway
The thin strip of man-made land that connects Cape Breton Island to the mainland.
Atlantic Shoreline
The rocky, serrated coastline of eastern Nova Scotia featuring hundreds of tiny islands and coves.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to see the sunrise over the Atlantic. It provides the best view of the Bras d'Or Lake system, which is a massive geographic feature. During the final approach into YHZ, you might see the Halifax harbor in the distance if coming from the north.
Book Hotels in HalifaxDistance: 814 km (506 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 21 min
Departure: YQX (48.9369010925293, -54.56809997558594)
Arrival: YHZ (44.880798339799995, -63.508598327600005)
Route Type: Domestic
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