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YYZ → YEG
Which side of the plane to sit from Lester B. Pearson International Airport (Toronto) to Edmonton International Airport (Edmonton)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the rugged Canadian Shield, the massive expanse of Lake Winnipeg, and generally avoids direct sun glare when traveling westbound.
Manitoulin Island
The world's largest freshwater island, showcasing unique geography within the North Channel of Lake Huron.
The Canadian Shield
An endless mosaic of ancient granite rock, dense boreal forests, and thousands of glaciated 'kettle' lakes.
Lake Winnipeg
A massive view of the eleventh largest freshwater lake in the world, featuring white sand beaches and dark northern waters.
Winnipeg Skyline
If the flight path is northerly, look for the urban sprawl and the distinct Forks area where the Red and Assiniboine rivers meet.
Saskatchewan Tapestry
A geometric masterpiece of agricultural colors, ranging from neon yellow canola to deep green wheat and golden barley.
The right side is ideal for westbound travel to avoid direct sun glare. For night flights, this is the side to watch for the Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights), which are frequently visible on this northern route. In winter, the frozen patterns of Lake Winnipeg are a must-see geographic feature.
Lake Huron & Bruce Peninsula
Clear views of the turquoise waters and the distinct limestone cliffs of the Bruce Peninsula shortly after takeoff.
Lake Superior South Shore
Aerial perspective of the southern coastline of the largest Great Lake, including the shipping lanes near Sault Ste. Marie.
Red River Valley
The incredibly flat, fertile basin marking the transition from the boreal forest to the great western prairies.
Prairie Sunset
On evening flights, this side provides an unobstructed view of the sun dipping below the perfectly flat horizon.
Choose the left side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. This side is also excellent for spotting the Minneapolis-St. Paul area in the distance on more southerly flight paths. Be aware that during mid-day flights, the sun can be quite intense on this side.
Distance: 2,689 km (1,671 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 35 min
Departure: YYZ (43.6772003174, -79.63059997559999)
Arrival: YEG (53.3097000122, -113.580001831)
Route Type: Domestic
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