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YYT → YYR
Which side of the plane to sit from St. John's International Airport (St. John's) to Goose Bay Airport (Goose Bay)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Newfoundland coastline, the iceberg-frequented Strait of Belle Isle, and the dramatic entrance to Lake Melville upon approach to Goose Bay.
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Bonavista Bay
Stunning vistas of the jagged coastline, deep inlets, and the many islands of eastern Newfoundland.
Iceberg Alley
Clear views of the waters off Twillingate and Fogo Island, famous for drifting icebergs in late spring.
Strait of Belle Isle
The narrow crossing where the island of Newfoundland ends and the mainland of Labrador begins.
Mealy Mountains
The majestic, snow-capped peaks of the Mealy Mountains National Park Reserve bordering the south shore of Lake Melville.
Lake Melville
A massive, deep-water estuary that offers a grand entrance into the Happy Valley-Goose Bay area.
The right side is the premier choice for coastal geography. If flying between May and July, use binoculars to spot icebergs in the Strait of Belle Isle. On approach to YYR, this side provides the most scenic view of Lake Melville and the Mealy Mountains. Morning flights offer the best lighting for these coastal features.
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Conception Bay
Dramatic views of the coastal communities and rugged cliffs just northwest of St. John's.
Gander & Central NL
Aerial perspective of Gander Lake and the historical aviation hub of the island's interior.
Long Range Mountains
Distant views of the flat-topped Appalachian extension running along the western coast.
Labrador Plateau
An endless mosaic of thousands of glacial lakes and subarctic boreal forests in the southern interior.
The left side is ideal for afternoon or evening flights to catch the golden hour over the Labrador wilderness. It provides a more expansive view of the interior forest and the countless small lakes that reflect the setting sun beautifully.
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Get eSIMs for CanadaDistance: 834 km (518 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 23 min
Departure: YYT (47.618598938000005, -52.7518997192)
Arrival: YYR (53.3191986084, -60.425800323500006)
Route Type: Domestic
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