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YUL → YQB
Which side of the plane to sit from Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (Montreal) to Quebec Jean Lesage International Airport (Quebec)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers an unparalleled view of the iconic Montreal skyline during departure and the historic Old Quebec City skyline, including the Château Frontenac, upon arrival.
Montreal Skyline
Immediate views of Mount Royal and the downtown skyscrapers shortly after takeoff from YUL.
Laurentian Mountains
The ancient, rolling peaks of the Canadian Shield are visible to the north throughout the flight.
Trois-Rivières
A clear view of the city where the Saint-Maurice River meets the St. Lawrence.
Old Quebec
The best vantage point for seeing the fortified walls and the iconic Fairmont Le Château Frontenac during the descent.
YQB Approach
Views of the suburban sprawl and the transition from rural farmland to the urban center of Quebec City.
Book a window seat on the left for the most iconic photos of Quebec City's historic district. Choose a morning flight for front-lit views of the city as you approach from the west. Avoid seats directly over the wing for better downward visibility of the riverbanks.
St. Lawrence River
Continuous views of the massive waterway that defines the geography of Eastern Canada.
Monteregian Hills
Distinctive isolated peaks like Mont Saint-Hilaire rising from the flat St. Lawrence Lowlands.
Appalachian Foothills
Distant views of the rolling hills on the South Shore towards the US border.
Quebec Bridge
An aerial view of the historic Pont de Québec, the longest cantilever bridge span in the world.
Île d'Orléans
Visible in the distance past the city, showcasing its unique agricultural patterns and heritage.
The right side is ideal for capturing the scale of the St. Lawrence River and the engineering marvels of the bridges connecting the north and south shores. Evening flights provide a beautiful silhouette of the Monteregian Hills against the sunset during departure.
Distance: 233 km (145 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 23 min
Departure: YUL (45.4706001282, -73.7407989502)
Arrival: YQB (46.7911, -71.393303)
Route Type: Domestic
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