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YXE → YEG
Which side of the plane to sit from Saskatoon John G. Diefenbaker International Airport (Saskatoon) to Edmonton International Airport (Edmonton)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the North Saskatchewan River's winding path and the unique border city of Lloydminster, along with the lush greenery of Elk Island National Park upon approach.
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North Saskatchewan River
The winding blue artery that serves as a constant geographic landmark for this route.
Lloydminster
The unique border city where you can see the line dividing Saskatchewan and Alberta.
Elk Island National Park
A dense pocket of green forest and lakes that stands out from the surrounding farmland.
Industrial Heartland
Large-scale industrial complexes and refineries near Fort Saskatchewan during the descent.
Edmonton Skyline
A distant view of the downtown skyscrapers and the Rogers Place arena on clear days.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid direct glare while viewing the North Saskatchewan River. Keep your eyes peeled for the border markers in Lloydminster mid-flight. During the autumn months, the river valley turns a brilliant gold, making the right side significantly more scenic.
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Prairie Patchwork
Intricate agricultural grids and colorful crop circles across the Saskatchewan plains.
Energy Infrastructure
Visual evidence of the region's oil and gas industry with visible pumpjacks and well pads.
Cooking Lake
Scenic wetlands and boreal transitions located south of the Edmonton approach path.
Leduc Suburbs
A detailed view of the rapidly expanding residential communities surrounding the airport.
Opt for the left side during evening flights to witness the expansive prairie sunset over the Alberta plains. Look for the distinct section grid pattern of the Canadian Homestead Act that still defines the landscape. In winter, the frozen sloughs create striking white patterns against the snow-dusted fields.
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Get eSIMs for CanadaDistance: 480 km (298 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 48 min
Departure: YXE (52.170799255371094, -106.6999969482422)
Arrival: YEG (53.3097000122, -113.580001831)
Route Type: Domestic
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