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YUL → YQM
Which side of the plane to sit from Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (Montreal) to Greater Moncton International Airport (Moncton)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a more scenic perspective of the St. Lawrence River valley and the distant Appalachian mountains, providing a classic Canadian landscape view throughout the flight.
Montreal Skyline
A stunning view of downtown Montreal, Mount Royal, and the Olympic Stadium shortly after takeoff from YUL.
St. Lawrence River
Continuous views of Canada's most famous waterway as it widens toward the Gulf of St. Lawrence.
Appalachian Foothills
The rolling, ancient mountain ridges of the Bas-Saint-Laurent region create a textured horizon to the North.
Quebec City & Bridges
On clear days, you may spot the historic Quebec Bridge and the city's fortifications in the distance.
Northumberland Strait
Glimpses of the blue waters separating New Brunswick from Prince Edward Island during the final descent.
Book a window on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and get the best glare-free photos of the St. Lawrence. During winter, look for the intricate patterns of ice floes moving down the river near Quebec City.
Eastern Townships
Views of the picturesque rolling hills and farmland of southeastern Quebec near the US border.
New Brunswick Wilderness
Vast stretches of dense evergreen forests and winding logging roads through the heart of the Maritimes.
Bay of Fundy
The upper reaches of the bay where the world's highest tides create dramatic muddy coastlines.
Petitcodiac River
Known as the 'Chocolate River,' its unique brown silt is highly visible as you approach Moncton.
The right side is ideal for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Appalachian range. On the final approach into Moncton, keep your eyes peeled for the Tidal Bore on the Petitcodiac River if your timing aligns with the incoming tide.
Distance: 706 km (439 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 11 min
Departure: YUL (45.4706001282, -73.7407989502)
Arrival: YQM (46.11220169067383, -64.67859649658203)
Route Type: Domestic
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