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YYT → YQX
Which side of the plane to sit from St. John's International Airport (St. John's) to Gander International Airport (Gander)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior coastal views of the rugged Bonavista Peninsula and the deep inlets of Terra Nova National Park, providing a more dramatic perspective of Newfoundland's Atlantic edge.
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Conception Bay
Vast blue waters dotted with Bell Island and the rugged northern cliffs of the Avalon Peninsula.
Trinity Bay
Deep coastal indentations known for whale sightings and historic fishing outports nestled in rocky coves.
Iceberg Alley
During late spring and early summer, look for white giants drifting south through the Labrador Current.
Terra Nova National Park
Aerial views of Newman Sound and the fingers of land that make up Canada's easternmost national park.
Bonavista Bay
A complex coastline of islands and peninsulas that leads the approach into Gander.
This side is a must during 'Iceberg Season' (May-June); keep your camera ready for white silhouettes against the blue water. Late afternoon flights provide beautiful lighting on the cliffs of the Bonavista Peninsula. Since the flight is very short, often under 40 minutes, secure your window seat early as the descent begins almost immediately after reaching cruising altitude.
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St. John's Skyline
Excellent views of Signal Hill, the Narrows, and the colorful row houses of the downtown core immediately after takeoff.
Avalon Barrens
A unique landscape of rock, moss, and thousands of tiny 'kettle lakes' formed by glacial activity.
The Isthmus
The narrow strip of land connecting the Avalon Peninsula to the rest of Newfoundland, with views of the Come By Chance refinery in the distance.
Central Boreal Forest
Extensive stretches of dense black spruce and balsam fir forests that define the province's interior.
Sit near the front to avoid wing obstruction of the St. John's harbor area. In autumn, the interior landscape turns vibrant shades of orange and red. Look for moose in the clearing areas near the power line cuts during early morning or late evening flights.
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Get eSIMs for CanadaDistance: 199 km (124 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 20 min
Departure: YYT (47.618598938000005, -52.7518997192)
Arrival: YQX (48.9369010925293, -54.56809997558594)
Route Type: Domestic
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