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YYZ → YAM
Which side of the plane to sit from Lester B. Pearson International Airport (Toronto) to Sault Ste Marie Airport (Sault Sainte Marie)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the rugged Canadian Shield, the iconic '30,000 Islands' of Georgian Bay, and the distinctive quartzite ridges of the Killarney region.
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Muskoka Lake Country
The dense forests and interconnected lake systems of Ontario's premier cottage destination.
30,000 Islands
The stunning archipelago of Georgian Bay, featuring thousands of pine-topped granite islands.
La Cloche Mountains
Ancient, white quartzite mountain ridges near Killarney that stand out sharply against the landscape.
Manitoulin Island
A clear view of the world's largest freshwater island and the North Channel's turquoise waters.
The Soo Locks
An aerial view of the massive engineering marvel connecting Lake Huron and Lake Superior.
The right side is essential for seeing the most dramatic geography of the Canadian Shield. In late September and October, this side offers a spectacular display of autumn colors as the plane traverses the northern wilderness.
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Toronto Skyline
Panoramic views of the CN Tower and the downtown core immediately after takeoff from Pearson.
Wasaga Beach
The world's longest freshwater beach is visible along the southern curve of Georgian Bay.
Lake Huron Horizon
A vast expanse of deep blue water stretching toward the Michigan shoreline.
St. Joseph Island
Green rural landscapes and the surrounding shipping channels of the St. Marys River.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare. During the final approach, this side provides an excellent perspective of the St. Marys River shipping lanes leading into the Sault.
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Get eSIMs for CanadaDistance: 494 km (307 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 49 min
Departure: YYZ (43.6772003174, -79.63059997559999)
Arrival: YAM (46.48500061035156, -84.5093994140625)
Route Type: Domestic
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