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YYC → YQR
Which side of the plane to sit from Calgary International Airport (Calgary) to Regina International Airport (Regina)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior view of the Calgary skyline upon departure and the picturesque Wascana Centre and Legislative Building during the descent into Regina.
Calgary Skyline
Excellent views of the Calgary Tower, Scotiabank Saddledome, and the downtown core.
Bow River Valley
The winding path of the Bow River as it exits the foothills and moves toward the plains.
Medicine Hat
A clear view of the 'Gas City' and its prominent river bridges crossing the South Saskatchewan.
Cypress Hills
The distant plateau to the south, which represents the highest point in Canada between the Rockies and Labrador.
Wascana Centre
Regina's man-made lake and the beautiful grounds of the Saskatchewan Legislative Building on approach.
Sit on the right for evening flights to experience the 'Big Sky' sunset over the flat horizon. On clear days, look south to spot the rising plateau of the Cypress Hills. During the final approach into Regina, this side offers the best angle to see the city's landmark Wascana Park and the golden-domed provincial legislature.
Calgary North
Views of the northern residential suburbs and industrial parks as the plane climbs east.
Prairie Grids
The iconic section-township-range agricultural patterns that define the Canadian Prairies.
Lake Diefenbaker
Visible on the northern horizon as a large, winding reservoir on the South Saskatchewan River.
Canola Fields
Vibrant yellow patches visible during the summer months, creating a natural quilt effect.
North Regina
Perspective of the city's industrial northern sector and the expansive plains beyond.
Choose the left side for morning departures to minimize sun glare and enjoy the clearest views of the vast agricultural landscape. Keep an eye out for the distinct geometric patterns created by center-pivot irrigation systems, which appear as giant green or gold circles from above.
Distance: 662 km (411 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 6 min
Departure: YYC (51.113899231000005, -114.019996643)
Arrival: YQR (50.43190002441406, -104.66600036621094)
Route Type: Domestic
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