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YWG → YUL
Which side of the plane to sit from Winnipeg / James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (Winnipeg) to Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (Montreal)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers spectacular views of the rugged North Shore of Lake Superior, the winding Ottawa River, and the iconic Montreal skyline during the final approach into YUL.
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Whiteshell Provincial Park
Early in the flight, look down at the Precambrian shield landscape of eastern Manitoba, filled with granite outcrops.
The Sleeping Giant
Depending on the specific flight corridor, you may spot the famous rock formation guarding Thunder Bay on Lake Superior.
Lake Superior North Shore
Marvel at the vastness of the world's largest freshwater lake and its rugged, cliff-lined northern coastline.
Ottawa River Valley
Follow the historic fur-trade route as the aircraft tracks along the border between Ontario and Quebec toward Montreal.
Montreal Skyline
On a typical approach to runways 06L/R, enjoy a stunning view of Mount Royal, the Olympic Stadium, and the downtown skyscrapers.
The right side is highly recommended for the descent. Ask the crew if the approach is from the West; if so, you will likely pass south of the island, offering a perfect view of the city center. Afternoon flights on this side may experience some glare, so bring sunglasses for the Lake Superior segment.
Book Hotels in MontrealLake Winnipeg
Catch a glimpse of the southern tip of one of the world's largest freshwater lakes shortly after takeoff from Winnipeg.
Lake of the Woods
Observe the intricate pattern of over 14,000 islands scattered throughout this massive border lake system.
Boreal Canopy
Fly over the dense, unbroken green carpet of the Canadian Shield, punctuated by thousands of unnamed glacial lakes.
Laurentian Mountains
As you enter Quebec, view the ancient, rolling peaks of the Laurentian range to the north of the flight path.
Laval Suburbs
See the residential grids and the Rivière des Prairies as the plane aligns for its final descent into Montreal.
The left side is best for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and for seeing the remote wilderness of Northern Ontario. Look out for the changing foliage colors in late September and October, which create a vibrant tapestry across the Laurentian Shield.
Get eSIMs for Canada
Get eSIMs for CanadaDistance: 1,818 km (1,130 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 25 min
Departure: YWG (49.909999847399995, -97.2398986816)
Arrival: YUL (45.4706001282, -73.7407989502)
Route Type: Domestic
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