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YYZ → IND
Which side of the plane to sit from Lester B. Pearson International Airport (Toronto) to Indianapolis International Airport (Indianapolis)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side typically provides a stunning panoramic view of the Toronto skyline and Lake Ontario shortly after takeoff, followed by a scenic perspective of the Lake Erie shoreline and the approach into Indianapolis.
Toronto Skyline
Breathtaking views of the CN Tower and the downtown core immediately after departure from YYZ.
Lake Erie North Shore
Clear views of the Canadian shoreline and the vast expanse of the lake while cruising south-west.
Long Point Provincial Park
A unique, long sandspit reaching into Lake Erie, easily identifiable from high altitudes.
Cleveland Metro Area
On clear days, the city lights or skyline of Cleveland are visible across the water to the south.
Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Located northwest of downtown Indy, this iconic track is often visible during the final descent.
Book a window seat ahead of the wing for unobstructed views of the Toronto skyline. On morning flights, the sun will be behind you on this side, providing excellent lighting for photography of the Great Lakes. Keep an eye out for the distinctive oval of the IMS track during the last 10 minutes of flight.
Mississauga Sprawl
A detailed look at the urban development and industrial hubs surrounding Pearson Airport.
Lake St. Clair
The heart-shaped lake between Ontario and Michigan, visible as you cross the border region.
Detroit-Windsor Border
The Ambassador Bridge and the combined metropolitan area of these two international cities.
Midwestern Grids
The classic, geometric agricultural patterns of northern Ohio and central Indiana.
White River
The winding river that snakes through the Indiana landscape as you approach the airport.
Ideal for sunset flights as you will face west, offering a dramatic view of the horizon over the Great Lakes. This side is better for observing the transition from the dense urban areas of Southern Ontario to the vast agricultural heartland of the US Midwest. Use a polarizer filter if taking photos to cut through atmospheric haze over Lake St. Clair.
Distance: 707 km (439 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 11 min
Departure: YYZ (43.6772003174, -79.63059997559999)
Arrival: IND (39.7173, -86.294403)
Route Type: International
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