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YVR → YXC
Which side of the plane to sit from Vancouver International Airport (Vancouver) to Cranbrook/Canadian Rockies International Airport (Cranbrook)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers an unbeatable front-row seat to the massive, ice-capped Mount Baker shortly after takeoff, followed by the unique transition from the lush Cascades to the arid landscapes of the South Okanagan.
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Mount Baker
The massive, 10,781-foot stratovolcano in Washington State is clearly visible for the first third of the flight.
Manning Park
Dense evergreen forests and the jagged ridges of the Hozameen Range near the US border.
Osoyoos Desert
View Canada's pocket desert and the shimmering Skaha and Osoyoos lakes.
Selkirk Mountains
Stunning vistas of the southern interior mountains and the Kootenay River valley.
This is the best side for seeing the iconic Mount Baker; a morning flight is ideal as the sun illuminates the mountain's northern and eastern glaciers. During the summer, the contrast between the dry, golden hills of the Okanagan and the blue lakes is most striking from this side.
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North Shore & Garibaldi
Aerial views of the rugged peaks and glacial basins extending north toward Whistler.
Fraser Valley
A patchwork of agricultural fields and the winding silty waters of the Fraser River.
Okanagan Lake
Looking north over the long, deep blue waters of BC's premier wine-growing region.
Purcell Mountains
Sharp, snow-dusted ridges and high-altitude alpine basins as you approach the Rockies.
Choose a seat toward the front of the aircraft to avoid engine heat haze. This side is particularly scenic during winter months when the northern mountain ranges are heavily snow-capped. Look for the 'Golden Ears' peaks shortly after departing the Vancouver area.
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Get eSIMs for CanadaDistance: 537 km (334 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 54 min
Departure: YVR (49.193901061999995, -123.183998108)
Arrival: YXC (49.610801696777, -115.78199768066)
Route Type: Domestic
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