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YVR → YQR
Which side of the plane to sit from Vancouver International Airport (Vancouver) to Regina International Airport (Regina)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side (north) offers the most dramatic views of the high peaks of the Canadian Rockies and the glacial valleys of British Columbia, particularly the rugged terrain around the Thompson-Okanagan region and the Selkirk Mountains.
Coast Mountain Range
Immediate views of the snow-capped Garibaldi and Coquitlam ranges during the initial climb out of YVR.
Shuswap Lake
The distinctive 'H' shape of this massive lake is often visible as you transition into the BC interior.
The High Rockies
Breathtaking perspectives of the peaks near Yoho and Banff National Parks as the flight crosses the Continental Divide.
Columbia Valley
A deep trench between the Selkirk and Rocky Mountains featuring the winding Columbia River.
Qu'Appelle Valley
As you approach Regina, look for the deep, winding valley carved by glacial meltwater cutting through the flat prairie.
Opt for a morning flight to have the sun at your back, illuminating the mountain faces. Sit forward of the wing to avoid engine heat blur and wing obstruction. In winter, the contrast of the snow-covered peaks against the deep green valleys is spectacular.
Mount Baker
On clear days, the massive white cone of this Washington state volcano dominates the southern horizon shortly after takeoff.
Okanagan Valley
Views of the southern tip of Okanagan Lake and the fruit-growing regions around Kelowna and Penticton.
Kootenay Region
Rugged, mineral-rich mountains and narrow river valleys that characterize the southeastern corner of British Columbia.
Prairie Patchwork
The iconic 'section' grid of the Canadian Prairies, appearing as a perfect multi-colored quilt of agricultural land.
Medicine Hat
Usually visible as a bright cluster of lights or a distinct river valley crossing during the transition into Saskatchewan.
The right side is best for sunset flights to Regina, as the sun will set behind the mountains to your right, casting long shadows across the prairie. Keep an eye out for the US border, which is often visible as a straight-line cut through the forests in the mountains.
Distance: 1,332 km (828 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 47 min
Departure: YVR (49.193901061999995, -123.183998108)
Arrival: YQR (50.43190002441406, -104.66600036621094)
Route Type: Domestic
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