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YUL → ZBF
Which side of the plane to sit from Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (Montreal) to Bathurst Airport (Bathurst)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point of the St. Lawrence River's widening estuary, the historic skyline of Quebec City, and the rugged, mountainous transition into the Laurentian Shield.
St. Lawrence Seaway
Aerial views of the massive shipping lane and the intricate islands near Montreal and Trois-Rivières.
Old Quebec City
Clear sightlines of the Fairmont Le Château Frontenac and the historic fortifications of the only walled city in North America.
Laurentian Mountains
The ancient, rolling peaks of the Canadian Shield dominate the horizon to the north.
Saguenay Fjord Mouth
On clear days, see where the dark waters of the Saguenay River meet the blue St. Lawrence near Tadoussac.
Île d'Orléans
The picturesque agricultural island sitting in the middle of the river just east of Quebec City.
For the best experience, book a morning flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the North Shore. Keep your camera ready about 20-25 minutes after takeoff for the best view of Quebec City. In autumn, this side offers a spectacular view of the changing boreal forest colors across the river valley.
Monteregian Hills
Distinctive volcanic hills like Mont Saint-Hilaire rising sharply from the flat St. Lawrence Lowlands.
Pointe-au-Père
The historic lighthouse and Empress of Ireland museum visible on the coastline near Rimouski.
Matapédia Valley
Dense evergreen forests and winding river valleys as the plane begins its turn toward New Brunswick.
Chaleur Bay Coastline
The sandy beaches and coastal lagoons of northern New Brunswick during the final descent.
The right side is ideal for sunset flights, as you'll see the sun dip behind the Appalachian range. Watch for the 'ribbon farms'—the long, narrow plots of land characteristic of traditional Quebec seigneurial geography. During winter, this side offers beautiful views of the frozen Matapédia river system.
Distance: 657 km (408 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 6 min
Departure: YUL (45.4706001282, -73.7407989502)
Arrival: ZBF (47.629699707, -65.738899231)
Route Type: Domestic
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