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YYC → YXU
Which side of the plane to sit from Calgary International Airport (Calgary) to London Airport (London)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most dramatic scenery as the flight crosses the vast expanse of the Great Lakes, providing a front-row seat to the rugged northern shores of Lake Superior and the turquoise waters of Georgian Bay.
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Bow River Valley
Follow the winding blue path of the Bow River as the aircraft climbs away from the Rockies' shadow.
Lake Superior North Shore
Stunning views of the world's largest freshwater lake by surface area, featuring rugged cliffs and deep blue water.
Manitoulin Island
The largest freshwater island in the world, visible as you cross over the northern part of Lake Huron.
Southern Ontario Farmland
The lush, green agricultural landscape of the 'Banana Belt' during the final descent into London.
Sit on the right for the best natural lighting on a daytime flight, as the sun will be behind or above you, reducing glare. During the descent, keep an eye out for the distinct shoreline of Lake Huron and the Pinery Provincial Park area if the approach path takes you from the northwest.
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Calgary Skyline
A view of the downtown core and the Calgary Tower immediately after departure from YYC.
The Prairie Patchwork
The intricate geometric patterns of Saskatchewan and Manitoba farmland stretching to the horizon.
Lake Winnipeg
Distant views of the massive, shallow glacial lake and its unique light-green water hue.
Boreal Forest Edge
The transition from agricultural land to the dense, lake-dotted landscape of the Canadian Shield.
Choose this side if flying at night during periods of high solar activity, as it provides the best opportunity to spot the Aurora Borealis over Northern Ontario. In winter, this side showcases the stark beauty of the frozen northern landscapes and ice patterns on smaller lakes.
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Get eSIMs for CanadaDistance: 2,620 km (1,628 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 30 min
Departure: YYC (51.113899231000005, -114.019996643)
Arrival: YXU (43.035599, -81.1539)
Route Type: Domestic
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