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YSB → YYZ
Which side of the plane to sit from Sudbury Airport (Sudbury) to Lester B. Pearson International Airport (Toronto)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers spectacular views of the Georgian Bay coastline, the 30,000 Islands, and the iconic Toronto skyline during the standard approach into Pearson.
French River
A historic waterway cutting through granite rock, once a major fur trade route.
30,000 Islands
The rugged, rocky shoreline of Georgian Bay featuring a labyrinth of small islands.
Wasaga Beach
The world's longest freshwater beach is visible on the southern horizon of Georgian Bay.
Toronto Skyline
Unobstructed views of the CN Tower and the financial district skyscrapers during the final descent.
Niagara Escarpment
The dramatic limestone ridge that runs through Southern Ontario, visible just west of the flight path.
The right side is the 'money side' for this route. For the best views of the Toronto skyline, hope for a landing on Runway 05 or 06, which typically involves a loop over Lake Ontario. Afternoon flights offer the best lighting for the Georgian Bay coast. Keep your eyes peeled for the distinct turquoise water along the Bruce Peninsula if visibility is high.
Sudbury Basin
Aerial view of the massive geological crater and the iconic Superstack mining infrastructure.
Muskoka Lakes
A bird's-eye view of Ontario's premier cottage country, featuring thousands of small islands and blue channels.
Lake Simcoe
A large, expansive inland lake that marks the transition from the Canadian Shield to the southern lowlands.
Northern GTA
Dense urban sprawl of Vaughan and Richmond Hill, including views of the Canada's Wonderland theme park.
The left side is preferable for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. It offers a better perspective of the dense forests of the Canadian Shield and the inland 'Cottage Country' lakes. Watch for the distinct grid patterns of Southern Ontario farms as you cross Highway 400.
Distance: 340 km (211 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 34 min
Departure: YSB (46.625, -80.79889678955078)
Arrival: YYZ (43.6772003174, -79.63059997559999)
Route Type: Domestic
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