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YYY → YZV
Which side of the plane to sit from Mont Joli Airport (Mont Joli) to Sept-Îles Airport (Sept-iles)?
Right Side of the Plane
While both sides offer expansive views of the St. Lawrence, the right side is superior for its direct view of the Sept-Îles archipelago and the vast Gulf of St. Lawrence during the descent.
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Sept-Îles Archipelago
Aerial perspective of the seven iconic islands including Grande Basque and Petite Basque.
Pointe-des-Monts
The historic lighthouse area marking the transition where the river widens significantly into the gulf.
Port of Sept-Îles
Extensive industrial docks and iron ore shipping facilities that define the region's economy.
Gulf of St. Lawrence
Expansive views of the open gulf where whales are frequently spotted from lower altitudes.
Sit on the right side for the definitive view of the Seven Islands. The approach path usually aligns to showcase the archipelago and the deep-water bay. For the best photography, morning flights provide front-lighting on the islands and the coastline.
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St. Lawrence Estuary
Deep blue views of the estuary looking upstream toward Rimouski and the Saguenay junction.
Côte-Nord Wilderness
The rugged, forested coastline of the North Shore as the plane approaches the mainland.
Baie-Trinité
A glimpse of the small coastal settlements nestled between the boreal forest and the sea.
The left side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the direct sun glare reflecting off the water. It offers a better view of the dense Canadian Shield topography as you cross the coastline near the destination.
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Get eSIMs for CanadaDistance: 228 km (142 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 23 min
Departure: YYY (48.60860061645508, -68.20809936523439)
Arrival: YZV (50.22330093383789, -66.26560211181639)
Route Type: Domestic
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