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YUL → YYZ
Which side of the plane to sit from Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (Montreal) to Lester B. Pearson International Airport (Toronto)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior vantage point of the St. Lawrence River and the iconic Thousand Islands, followed by a dramatic view of the Lake Ontario shoreline and the Toronto skyline upon descent.
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St. Lawrence River
Follow the massive waterway connecting the Great Lakes to the Atlantic directly out of Montreal.
Thousand Islands
A spectacular view of the archipelago near Kingston where the river meets Lake Ontario.
Toronto Skyline
Close-up views of the CN Tower and the downtown core during the final approach into Pearson.
Lake Ontario Coast
Detailed views of the northern shoreline, including beaches and coastal towns like Cobourg.
Port of Oshawa
Industrial shipping hubs and heavy infrastructure visible along the water's edge.
Sit on the left for the best views of the Thousand Islands near Kingston. During arrival, if the wind is from the west, the plane often circles over Lake Ontario, providing a stunning view of the CN Tower. Morning flights offer the best lighting as the sun rises in the east, illuminating the coastline without glare.
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Ottawa River Valley
Distant views of the rolling green hills and the capital region to the north.
Prince Edward County
Aerial view of the unique peninsula known for its vineyards and Sandbanks Provincial Park.
Highway 401 Corridor
Watch the busiest highway in North America snake through the landscape of Eastern Ontario.
GTA Suburban Expanse
Witness the massive scale of the Greater Toronto Area's residential growth through Markham and Vaughan.
The right side is better for spotting the edge of the Canadian Shield and the outskirts of Ottawa in the distance. It offers a great view of the inland landscape and the sprawling development of the northern GTA during descent. Late afternoon flights provide excellent light for the suburban landscape as the sun sets in the west.
Book Hotels in TorontoDistance: 507 km (315 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 51 min
Departure: YUL (45.4706001282, -73.7407989502)
Arrival: YYZ (43.6772003174, -79.63059997559999)
Route Type: Domestic
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