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YUL → YYC
Which side of the plane to sit from Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (Montreal) to Calgary International Airport (Calgary)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a glare-free perspective of the Canadian Shield's vast lake systems and the best angle for the distant Rockies during the descent into Calgary.
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Ottawa Capital Region
See the Parliament buildings and the Ottawa River roughly 15-20 minutes after departure.
Canadian Shield
An endless expanse of granite, dense boreal forest, and thousands of glacial lakes across Ontario.
Lake Winnipeg
View the massive northern reaches of Manitoba's largest lake, known for its unique turquoise hue.
Qu'Appelle Valley
Striking glacial valley features that provide a rare vertical break in the flat Saskatchewan horizon.
Canadian Rockies
Panoramic views of the snow-capped mountain range appearing on the horizon during the final 30 minutes of flight.
This is the photographer's preferred side as the sun remains to the south, providing perfect lighting for the Canadian Shield and Lake Winnipeg. For evening flights, this side offers a chance to spot the Aurora Borealis over Northern Ontario and Manitoba.
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Montreal Skyline
Catch a glimpse of Mount Royal and the downtown core immediately after taking off from YUL.
Lake Superior Coast
Dramatic views of the rugged northern shoreline of the world's largest freshwater lake.
Prairie Patchwork
The iconic geometric patterns of Saskatchewan and Alberta's agricultural heartland.
South Saskatchewan River
Watch the deep blue river carve its way through the flat landscape of the western plains.
Calgary City Center
Clear views of the Calgary Tower and skyscrapers if the flight approaches YYC from the east.
On afternoon flights, this side will experience significant sun glare and heat. However, it is the superior choice for viewing the St. Lawrence River valley during departure and the southern prairie regions during the mid-flight phase.
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Get eSIMs for CanadaDistance: 3,006 km (1,868 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 32 min
Departure: YUL (45.4706001282, -73.7407989502)
Arrival: YYC (51.113899231000005, -114.019996643)
Route Type: Domestic
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