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YVB → YYY
Which side of the plane to sit from Bonaventure Airport (Bonaventure) to Mont Joli Airport (Mont Joli)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the vast St. Lawrence Estuary during the descent and the rolling peaks of the Appalachian range as you traverse the Gaspé Peninsula.
Chic-Choc Mountains
Distant views of the highest peaks in the Canadian Appalachians, often capped with snow late into the spring.
St. Lawrence Estuary
The dramatic first sight of the massive St. Lawrence River as it opens up into the Gulf, often appearing like a blue sea.
Reford Gardens
Just before landing at YYY, you may spot the historic Jardins de Métis near the mouth of the Mitis River along the coast.
Mitis River Mouth
The unique confluence where the Mitis River meets the St. Lawrence, creating distinct color patterns in the water.
The right side is ideal for the descent into Mont Joli, providing sweeping vistas of the water. Morning flights offer the best lighting on the river without glare. Keep your eyes peeled for whale spouts if the flight path stays low over the estuary near the end of the journey.
Baie des Chaleurs
Aerial view of the sheltered bay as the plane departs from Bonaventure, showing the transition from the Acadian coast to the interior.
Matapédia Valley
Lush forested hills and deep valleys that characterize the interior of the peninsula, particularly striking during the autumn foliage season.
Lac au Saumon
A picturesque long lake nestled within the valley, often visible as the flight path moves northwest toward the St. Lawrence.
Sit on the left if you want to see the departure over the Baie des Chaleurs. For evening flights, this side will experience the sunset over the Appalachian foothills, though glare can be intense. Watch for the winding Matapédia River as it cuts through the mountains.
Distance: 212 km (132 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 21 min
Departure: YVB (48.07109832763672, -65.46029663085939)
Arrival: YYY (48.60860061645508, -68.20809936523439)
Route Type: Domestic
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