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YXE → YYZ
Which side of the plane to sit from Saskatoon John G. Diefenbaker International Airport (Saskatoon) to Lester B. Pearson International Airport (Toronto)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side (North-facing) is generally superior for this eastbound route as it offers dramatic views of the rugged Lake Superior coastline and the turquoise waters of Georgian Bay without the harsh southern sun glare.
South Saskatchewan River
Aerial views of the winding river valley and the University of Saskatchewan campus immediately after takeoff from YXE.
Qu'Appelle Valley
A distinct glacial meltwater valley cutting through the flat Saskatchewan prairies with a series of long, narrow lakes.
Whiteshell Provincial Park
The transition from prairie to the Canadian Shield, featuring dense forests and rocky lake systems at the Manitoba-Ontario border.
Lake Superior North Shore
Stunning views of the rugged, uninhabited wilderness of the Superior National Forest and Pukaskwa National Park.
Georgian Bay
The iconic '30,000 Islands' and the vibrant blue waters of the Bruce Peninsula as you descend toward Southern Ontario.
Sit on the left to avoid direct sunlight and glare, which is common on the right side of the aircraft during this southeasterly flight. For the best views of the Georgian Bay islands, try to book a morning flight when the light hits the water at a shallower angle, highlighting the underwater shoals.
Prairie Patchwork
An endless geometric grid of golden wheat and canola fields stretching to the southern horizon across Saskatchewan and Manitoba.
Lake of the Woods
A massive, island-choked lake system straddling the border of Ontario, Manitoba, and Minnesota.
Lake Superior Expanse
A view of the vast, ocean-like horizon of the largest freshwater lake in the world, occasionally spotting cargo ships.
Niagara Escarpment
The prominent limestone ridge that runs through Southern Ontario, visible just before the final approach into Mississauga.
Greater Toronto Area
Densely populated urban sprawl and potentially the CN Tower and Lake Ontario shoreline depending on the landing runway configuration.
The right side is excellent for sunset views if you are on a late afternoon or evening flight. During the descent into YYZ, if the plane lands facing West (Runway 24R/L or 23), you may catch a glimpse of the Toronto skyline and Lake Ontario, though this depends entirely on Air Traffic Control routing.
Distance: 2,210 km (1,373 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 57 min
Departure: YXE (52.170799255371094, -106.6999969482422)
Arrival: YYZ (43.6772003174, -79.63059997559999)
Route Type: Domestic
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