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YYZ → YLW
Which side of the plane to sit from Lester B. Pearson International Airport (Toronto) to Kelowna International Airport (Kelowna)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the dramatic North Shore of Lake Superior and provides the iconic vantage point of Okanagan Lake during the final descent into Kelowna.
Lake Superior North Shore
The rugged Canadian Shield coastline and the famous Sleeping Giant formation near Thunder Bay.
Boreal Forest Canopy
Endless stretches of dense forest and thousands of small, mirror-like lakes across Northern Ontario.
Northern Rockies
Views of the high peaks of Jasper National Park and the massive icefields of the Continental Divide.
Selkirk Mountains
Jagged, snow-capped peaks and deep alpine valleys of the Columbia Mountains just before the descent.
Okanagan Valley Approach
A stunning bird's-eye view of the long, blue Okanagan Lake and the terraced vineyards on its banks.
For the best experience, book a morning flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the mountains. The right side is essential for the landing approach; as the plane descends into YLW, it typically follows the shoreline of Okanagan Lake, offering world-class views of the valley and vineyards.
Southern Lake Superior
Expansive views of the deep blue water and the coastline of the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.
Qu'Appelle Valley
The distinct, deep-cut river valley carving through the flat Saskatchewan prairie landscape.
Alberta Badlands
The rugged, eroded coulees near Drumheller, showcasing unique geological textures from above.
Southern Rockies Border
Glances toward the peaks of Kananaskis Country and the southern edge of Banff National Park.
The left side provides a great perspective of the vastness of the prairies, but be prepared for intense sun glare on westward afternoon flights. This side is better for spotting the unique geography of the Alberta Badlands shortly before reaching the mountains.
Distance: 3,066 km (1,905 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 36 min
Departure: YYZ (43.6772003174, -79.63059997559999)
Arrival: YLW (49.9561004639, -119.377998352)
Route Type: Domestic
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