From YUL?
Tip: Sit on the right side for takeoff.
When departing to the northeast, the right side provides a prime view of the downtown skyline and Mount Royal as the aircraft gains altitude.
When departing to the northeast, the right side provides a prime view of the downtown skyline and Mount Royal as the aircraft gains altitude.
While both sides offer unique views, the Right Side provides a superior mix of diverse American inland geography, the Appalachian mountain range, and a potentially spectacular view of the landmark Mount Isabel de Torres upon arrival in Puerto Plata.
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the iconic New York City skyline during the descent and the scenic Delaware River valley upon arrival into Philadelphia.
The left side provides a superior perspective of the Atlantic coastline, the intricate Chesapeake Bay, and a spectacular view of the Kennedy Space Center facilities during the descent into Central Florida.
The left side provides an exceptional vantage point for the Atlantic coastline and the major urban centers of the Eastern Seaboard, including the iconic Manhattan skyline.
The left side offers the most consistent landmarks, featuring the length of Lake Champlain, the scenic Hudson River valley, and the iconic Stone Mountain during the descent into Atlanta.
The right side provides a superior approach to North Africa, featuring the Strait of Gibraltar and the dramatic Atlas Mountains before descending into Algiers.
While both sides offer excellent views of the St. Lawrence River and the Maritimes, the right side is preferred for the iconic view of the Confederation Bridge and the striking red soil of the PEI south shore upon arrival.
The left side offers the most consistent views of the Great Lakes system, particularly the massive expanse of Lake Superior and the intricate island networks of Lake of the Woods.
The left side is superior for overnight transatlantic flights, offering the highest probability of witnessing the Aurora Borealis and providing better views of the rugged Canadian Shield and potential Greenland icebergs.
Flying north from Montreal provides a stunning transition from urban sprawl to the rugged Canadian Shield. The left side is preferred for spectacular views of the sunset over the subarctic landscape and the massive hydroelectric infrastructure near La Grande.
The left side offers superior views of the Canadian Maritimes, potential for Aurora Borealis sightings over the North Atlantic, and a scenic entry into the Mediterranean through European airspace.
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the Montreal skyline and Mount Royal during departure, followed by the highest peaks of the Laurentian Mountains and a direct view of Val-d'Or's urban center on arrival.