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YUY → YUL
Which side of the plane to sit from Rouyn Noranda Airport (Rouyn) to Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (Montreal)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is highly recommended for its superior views of the Montreal skyline, the St. Lawrence River, and the scenic descent over Lake Saint-Louis.
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The Ottawa River
A massive waterway that serves as the provincial boundary, often shimmering in the afternoon light.
Mont-Tremblant Peaks
On clear days, the distant slopes of the most famous ski mountain in the region are visible.
Lake Saint-Louis
The wide junction of the St. Lawrence and Ottawa rivers seen during the final approach phase.
Downtown Montreal
Unparalleled views of Mount Royal and the iconic skyscrapers of the city center during landing patterns.
For the most scenic experience, aim for an afternoon or evening flight to see the sun setting over the Ottawa River. On the final descent into YUL, the right side almost always provides the best vantage point for the Lachine Canal and the historic architecture of Old Montreal if the wind is blowing from the west.
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Abitibi Wilderness
Dense boreal forests and endless tracts of spruce stretching across northern Quebec.
Reservoir Cabonga
Part of the La Vérendrye Wildlife Reserve, showing a complex maze of interconnected waterways.
Laurentian Plateau
Rugged views of the ancient Canadian Shield as the terrain begins to undulate.
Laval Metropolitan Area
Vibrant residential patterns and the Prairies River appearing just before arrival.
This side is ideal for morning flights as it faces away from the direct sun, making it easier to photograph the deep greens of the forest. Watch for the dramatic change in terrain from flat boglands to the rolling hills of the Laurentians approximately 20 minutes into the flight.
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Get eSIMs for CanadaDistance: 492 km (306 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 49 min
Departure: YUY (48.20610046386719, -78.83560180664062)
Arrival: YUL (45.4706001282, -73.7407989502)
Route Type: Domestic
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