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YYY → YVB
Which side of the plane to sit from Mont Joli Airport (Mont Joli) to Bonaventure Airport (Bonaventure)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a more diverse landscape, featuring the stunning Lac Matapédia and the winding river valleys that define the western edge of the Gaspé Peninsula.
Lac Matapédia
The peninsula's largest lake, a brilliant blue sapphire set against the surrounding rolling green hills.
Matapédia River
A world-famous salmon river that snakes through the valley, often visible with its crystal-clear pools.
Restigouche Estuary
The geographical border between Quebec and New Brunswick where the river meets the Chaleur Bay.
Amqui and Val-Brillant
Quaint valley towns and agricultural lands that contrast sharply with the surrounding mountain terrain.
Sit on the right for the best view of Lac Matapédia shortly after departure from Mont-Joli. Late September and early October flights offer spectacular fall foliage colors through the Matapédia Valley.
St. Lawrence Estuary
Panoramic views of the widening St. Lawrence River receding behind the aircraft during the initial climb.
Chic-Choc Mountains
The rugged, ancient peaks of the northern Appalachian range visible across the interior plateau.
Gaspésie Wilderness
Expansive tracts of dense boreal forest and deep glacial valleys characteristic of the peninsula's heart.
Baie des Chaleurs
The opening of the 'Bay of Warmth' with its distinctive red cliffs and blue waters upon descent.
Look out early for the coastal villages of the Mitis region. Morning flights provide the best lighting for the interior mountains without the afternoon sun glare over the water.
Distance: 212 km (132 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 21 min
Departure: YYY (48.60860061645508, -68.20809936523439)
Arrival: YVB (48.07109832763672, -65.46029663085939)
Route Type: Domestic
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