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YTH → YWG
Which side of the plane to sit from Thompson Airport (Thompson) to Winnipeg / James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (Winnipeg)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior vantage point of Lake Winnipeg, the world's 11th largest freshwater lake, and the dramatic transition from the Canadian Shield to the fertile Red River Valley.
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Nelson River System
Visible shortly after takeoff, this massive river system is the primary drainage for Lake Winnipeg into Hudson Bay.
Lake Winnipeg Shoreline
Follow the eastern shoreline of the world's 11th largest freshwater lake, featuring vast expanses of blue water and sandy beaches.
Hecla-Grindstone Provincial Park
Look for Hecla Island, a large forested island that is a key landmark in the lake's south basin.
Gimli and the South Basin
As the flight nears Winnipeg, the town of Gimli and its distinct Icelandic heritage harbor can be spotted on the shore.
Red River Meanders
The winding path of the Red River becomes prominent as the aircraft descends towards the Winnipeg city limits.
Sit on the left for the best sunrise views on early morning flights. Keep your eyes peeled for the distinct white sand beaches of Grand Beach as you approach the southern end of Lake Winnipeg. In winter, the frozen lake creates a vast, surreal white desert landscape that is particularly striking under a low-hanging sun.
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The first half of the flight is dominated by the dense, untouched evergreen forests of the Canadian Shield.
Lake Winnipegosis
To the far west, the sister lake to Lake Winnipeg is visible, showcasing the scale of Manitoba's Great Lakes.
The Interlake Region
View the unique geography between the two major lakes, filled with smaller marshes, bogs, and kettle lakes.
Agricultural Grid Patterns
Witness the sudden transition where the wilderness ends and the perfectly straight lines of the prairie grain farms begin.
Assiniboine River
On final approach, you may see the Assiniboine River snaking through the western suburbs of Winnipeg.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to avoid direct sun glare. It provides a better perspective of the 'Interlake' region's topography and the dramatic shift from the rocky Shield to the flat, fertile Red River Valley. Look for the distinct section lines of the township and range survey system as you approach YWG.
Book Hotels in WinnipegDistance: 656 km (408 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 6 min
Departure: YTH (55.80110168457031, -97.86419677734376)
Arrival: YWG (49.909999847399995, -97.2398986816)
Route Type: Domestic
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