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YUL → YGW
Which side of the plane to sit from Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (Montreal) to Kuujjuarapik Airport (Kuujjuarapik)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic transition from the urban sprawl of Montreal to the vast, untouched wilderness of the Canadian Shield, culminating in spectacular views of the James Bay and Hudson Bay coastlines.
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Montreal Skyline
Clear views of Mount Royal, the Olympic Stadium, and the downtown core immediately after departure from YUL.
La Vérendrye Reserve
An endless tapestry of deep green boreal forest and thousands of interconnected glacial lakes.
James Bay Vistas
As the flight progresses north, the shimmering waters of James Bay become visible on the western horizon.
Hudson Bay Coastline
The rugged, rocky shoreline where the subarctic tundra meets the vast expanse of the Arctic waters.
Subarctic Sunset
On evening flights, the sun sets directly over the water, creating intense orange and purple horizons.
Book a window seat well ahead of the wing for unobstructed views of the James Bay coastline. If flying in autumn, the changing colors of the deciduous trees in the south provide a stark contrast to the dark evergreens of the north. Use a polarized lens for photos to cut through the haze over the water during midday flights.
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Laurentian Mountains
Aerial views of the ancient, rounded peaks and the popular resort area of Mont-Tremblant.
Gouin Reservoir
A massive, labyrinthine man-made lake system known for its thousands of islands and intricate waterways.
The 45th Parallel
Visible transitions in vegetation as you cross significant latitudinal markers toward the subarctic.
Great Whale River
The meandering path of the Grande Rivière de la Baleine as it flows toward the community of Kuujjuarapik.
Northern Lights
On late-night or winter flights, the right side provides a dark-sky window for spotting the Aurora Borealis.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. Keep your eyes peeled as you approach Kuujjuarapik; the pilot often banks right to align with the runway, offering a great view of the Great Whale River and the dual community of Kuujjuarapik and Whapmagoostui.
Book Hotels in KuujjuarapikDistance: 1,127 km (700 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 30 min
Departure: YUL (45.4706001282, -73.7407989502)
Arrival: YGW (55.28189849853515, -77.76529693603516)
Route Type: Domestic
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