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YYZ → VKO
Which side of the plane to sit from Lester B. Pearson International Airport (Toronto) to Vnukovo International Airport (Moscow)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is superior for this transcontinental route, offering the best vantage point for the Aurora Borealis over the Atlantic and a more dramatic perspective of the Greenland ice sheet and Norwegian fjords.
Northern Quebec Wilderness
Breathtaking views of the vast Canadian Shield, characterized by endless boreal forests and shimmering glacial lakes.
Greenland Ice Sheet
Aerial perspective of the massive inland ice cap, featuring deep crevasses and ancient blue glacial ice.
Aurora Borealis
The primary side for viewing the Northern Lights during the dark transit across the North Atlantic and Arctic circles.
Norwegian Fjords
Spectacular views of the deeply carved glacial valleys and rugged coastline of Western Norway upon entering European airspace.
Stockholm Archipelago
A stunning mosaic of thousands of islands and islets as the flight passes over the Swedish capital toward the Baltic.
For the best experience, book a night flight during winter months to maximize your chances of seeing the Aurora Borealis. Use a flight tracking app to time your viewing as you pass north of 60 degrees latitude. In summer, expect the 'Midnight Sun' effect, providing visibility throughout the entire flight.
Toronto Skyline
Excellent views of the CN Tower and Lake Ontario immediately following takeoff from Pearson International.
St. Lawrence River
The flight often tracks the massive waterway that serves as a vital shipping lane between Canada and the Atlantic.
Kap Farvel
The dramatic southern tip of Greenland, where you can often spot massive icebergs drifting into the Labrador Sea.
Scandinavian Mountains
Views of the high-altitude plateaus and snow-capped peaks of southern Norway and central Sweden.
Moscow Environs
The sprawling urban landscape and surrounding forests of the Moscow Oblast during the final descent into Vnukovo.
Choose the right side if you prefer natural sunlight during the journey, as this side faces south. It offers the best views of the Toronto departure and the southern tip of Greenland. Keep your window shade down during the middle of the flight to avoid glare, but open it as you cross the Norwegian coast.
Distance: 7,490 km (4,654 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 8 hrs 49 min
Departure: YYZ (43.6772003174, -79.63059997559999)
Arrival: VKO (55.591499328599994, 37.2615013123)
Route Type: International
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