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YWG → YOW
Which side of the plane to sit from Winnipeg / James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (Winnipeg) to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (Ottawa)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the intricate islands of Lake of the Woods and the expansive, rugged northern shoreline of Lake Superior.
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Lake of the Woods
A massive, island-studded lake spanning the border region, featuring over 14,000 islands and intricate shorelines.
Lake Superior North Shore
Views of the world's largest freshwater lake by surface area, featuring dramatic cliffs and the Sleeping Giant rock formation.
Algonquin Provincial Park
A vast wilderness area visible during the latter half of the flight, especially vibrant with orange and red hues during autumn.
Ottawa River & Skyline
On approach, witness the river separating Ontario and Quebec, with potential views of the Peace Tower and downtown Ottawa.
Choose a window seat on the right for morning flights to see the sunrise reflect off the Great Lakes. Keep your camera ready shortly after takeoff to capture the transition from the flat Manitoba prairies to the rugged Ontario lake country. This side also typically offers the best view of the Ottawa River during the YOW landing pattern.
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The Canadian Shield
An endless mosaic of ancient rock and thousands of small, interconnected glacial lakes stretching across Northern Ontario.
Boreal Forest
Dense, dark green carpets of spruce and pine that dominate the landscape for the majority of the flight duration.
Gatineau Hills
Rolling elevation changes visible to the north as the aircraft begins its final descent into the Ottawa Valley.
Sit on the left for night flights for a better chance of spotting the Aurora Borealis over the dark wilderness. During the day, look for the distinct patterns of logging roads and remote mining outposts carved into the dense forest.
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Get eSIMs for CanadaDistance: 1,689 km (1,049 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 15 min
Departure: YWG (49.909999847399995, -97.2398986816)
Arrival: YOW (45.3224983215332, -75.66919708251953)
Route Type: Domestic
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