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YYZ → MSP
Which side of the plane to sit from Lester B. Pearson International Airport (Toronto) to Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (Minneapolis)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the Toronto skyline during departure, a view of the Michigan-Ontario border cities, and the beautiful Milwaukee lakefront as you cross Lake Michigan.
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Toronto Skyline
Panoramic views of the CN Tower and downtown Toronto immediately after departing YYZ towards the west.
Detroit-Windsor Border
Distant views of the Ambassador Bridge and the urban sprawl of the US-Canada border crossing.
Lake Michigan Crossing
A vast blue horizon as the flight crosses the southern portion of Lake Michigan.
Milwaukee Waterfront
Clear views of the Wisconsin coastline and downtown Milwaukee skyline midway through the flight.
Mississippi River
The winding river and lush bluffs marking the border between Wisconsin and Minnesota during the final approach.
Sit on the left for the best morning light, as the sun will be behind you or to the south. During takeoff from YYZ, look for the CN Tower if departing on runways 23 or 24. This side is also best for spotting the downtown Milwaukee architecture roughly 20 minutes before landing.
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Lake Huron Views
Expansive views of the 'Thumb' region of Michigan and the deep blue waters of Lake Huron.
Michigan Forests
Overhead views of the dense green canopies and state parks in central and northern Michigan.
Green Bay
Potential views of the Door Peninsula and the waters of Green Bay if the flight path is slightly northerly.
Wisconsin Farmland
The intricate geometric patterns of the American Midwest's agricultural heartland.
St. Paul Skyline
Views of the Minnesota state capitol and downtown St. Paul just before touching down at MSP.
The right side avoids direct glare during afternoon flights heading west. It offers better views of the more rural, forested areas of Michigan and the unique shoreline of the Door Peninsula. Keep an eye out for the St. Croix River valley as you enter Minnesota airspace.
Book Hotels in MinneapolisDistance: 1,089 km (677 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 27 min
Departure: YYZ (43.6772003174, -79.63059997559999)
Arrival: MSP (44.882, -93.221802)
Route Type: International
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