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YVO → YUY
Which side of the plane to sit from Val-d'Or Airport (Val D'or) to Rouyn Noranda Airport (Rouyn)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior view of the region's massive industrial footprint, specifically the impressive open-pit gold mines near Malartic, and the intricate network of lakes that define the Abitibi landscape.
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Canadian Malartic Mine
View one of Canada's largest open-pit gold mines, a massive excavation site visible shortly after takeoff from Val-d'Or.
Lac Cadillac
Fly over the deep blue waters and jagged shorelines of Lac Cadillac, a prime example of the region's glacial geography.
Trans-Canada Highway 117
Follow the main artery of the Abitibi region as it snakes through the dense boreal forest connecting the two mining hubs.
Boreal Wilderness
Vast stretches of spruce and pine forests punctuated by smaller hidden lakes and wetlands.
This is an exceptionally short flight (under 30 minutes), so keep your window shade up from takeoff to landing. Sit on the left for the best view of the massive Malartic mine pits. In winter, the frozen lakes and snow-covered trees provide a stark, beautiful contrast to the industrial sites.
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Val-d'Or Cityscape
A clear view of the grid-patterned town of Val-d'Or and the tall headframes of the local underground mines.
Lac Blouin
A large, elongated lake located just north of the city, often busy with local watercraft or ice fishing huts in winter.
Lac La Motte
Observe the crystal-clear waters of this significant lake as you transit toward the northwest.
Rouyn-Noranda Approach
As you descend, catch views of the suburban outskirts and the industrial infrastructure surrounding the YUY airport.
The right side is ideal if you want to see the town of Val-d'Or immediately after departure. For morning flights, this side will have better lighting for photography as the sun will be behind or to the south. Be ready with your camera early, as the cruising altitude is quite low.
Book Hotels in RouynDistance: 80 km (50 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 8 min
Departure: YVO (48.0532989502, -77.7827987671)
Arrival: YUY (48.20610046386719, -78.83560180664062)
Route Type: Domestic
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