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YYZ → MSY
Which side of the plane to sit from Lester B. Pearson International Airport (Toronto) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (New Orleans)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most consistent views of the Mississippi River and the winding waterways of the Deep South, ending with a likely view of the New Orleans skyline during the final descent.
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Kentucky Bluegrass
Vibrant green patchworks of horse farms and rolling pastures in central Kentucky.
Nashville Skyline
A potential view of Music City as the flight path passes through central Tennessee.
Mississippi River Meanders
Dramatic oxbow lakes and the massive, winding silver ribbon of the Mississippi River.
Louisiana Wetlands
Intricate networks of bayous, swamps, and marshes as you enter the Gulf Coast region.
New Orleans Skyline
Excellent views of the Caesars Superdome and the Central Business District on standard approach paths.
This is the premier side for river tracking. For the best photography, choose a seat forward of the wing to capture the Mississippi River's scale without engine heat distortion. In winter months, keep an eye out for the stark transition from snow-covered northern fields to the green wetlands of Louisiana.
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Lake Erie Coastline
Aerial views of the northern Ohio shoreline and the city of Cleveland shortly after departure.
Appalachian Foothills
The rugged, forested terrain of the Appalachian Plateau across West Virginia and Kentucky.
Tennessee River Valley
Deep blue river loops and reservoirs near the Tennessee-Alabama border region.
Lake Pontchartrain Causeway
View of the world's longest continuous bridge over water as the plane begins its final approach.
Suburban New Orleans
Views of the sprawling Metairie area and the lakefront developments before touchdown.
Sit on this side during evening flights to avoid direct sun glare. It is the better side for spotting the massive Lake Pontchartrain Causeway if the flight approaches from the north. Watch for the change from deciduous forests to pine-heavy southern landscapes about 90 minutes into the flight.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 1,788 km (1,111 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 23 min
Departure: YYZ (43.6772003174, -79.63059997559999)
Arrival: MSY (29.99340057373047, -90.25800323486328)
Route Type: International
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