Loading map...

YSB destination photo
YYZ destination photo

YSBYYZ

Our Recommendation
8.5

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.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
🏞️

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.

Left Side Highlights
6.5
🌲

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.

Top Activities in Toronto
Route Information

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

Thank you for booking your travels through our travel partners. The commissions from your bookings keep this site running.