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YYZ → MUC
Which side of the plane to sit from Lester B. Pearson International Airport (Toronto) to Munich Airport (Munich)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side is the superior choice for this transatlantic journey primarily due to the high probability of witnessing the Aurora Borealis during the overnight portion of the flight and the rugged coastal views of Greenland and Northern Canada.
St. Lawrence Estuary
View the massive confluence of the St. Lawrence River and the Gulf, featuring the rugged coastline of Northern Quebec.
Greenland Icecap
On northern-tracking routes, look down at the jagged glaciers and vast white expanses of the world's largest island.
Aurora Borealis
Facing north during the dark hours over the Atlantic provides the best opportunity to see the Northern Lights.
Irish Coastline
The first sight of Europe often includes the dramatic cliffs and emerald-green fields of western Ireland.
London & Benelux
Clear views of the Thames Estuary and the intricate canal systems of the Netherlands as you cross into mainland Europe.
Choose a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat distortion. This side stays cooler as it faces away from the morning sun. Keep your window shade down during the middle of the flight to help your eyes adjust for spotting the Aurora, then open it as you cross the UK for the best morning light.
Toronto Skyline
Depending on takeoff direction, capture the CN Tower and the dense urban core of Toronto against Lake Ontario.
Mid-Atlantic Sunrise
Experience a spectacular sunrise over the clouds roughly 4-5 hours into the flight while over the ocean.
Normandy Beaches
If the flight path takes a southerly route, the historic coastline of northern France is clearly visible.
The Black Forest
As you begin your descent, look for the dense, dark canopies of the Schwarzwald in southwestern Germany.
Bavarian Alps
Approaching Munich, the majestic snow-capped peaks of the Alps dominate the southern horizon to your right.
Be prepared for intense direct sunlight during the final 2-3 hours of the flight. If you enjoy photography, the right side offers the best 'golden hour' lighting for the descent into Munich. Use a polarizing filter if possible to manage the glare from the Atlantic during the sunrise.
Distance: 6,641 km (4,127 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 7 hrs 49 min
Departure: YYZ (43.6772003174, -79.63059997559999)
Arrival: MUC (48.353802, 11.7861)
Route Type: International
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