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YYZ → YQY
Which side of the plane to sit from Lester B. Pearson International Airport (Toronto) to Sydney / J.A. Douglas McCurdy Airport (Sydney)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft offers superior views of the St. Lawrence River, the distinctive red soil of Prince Edward Island, and the rugged coastline of Northern Cape Breton.
Toronto Waterfront
A sweeping view of the CN Tower and the downtown skyline immediately after takeoff from Pearson.
St. Lawrence River
Long-range views of the massive waterway that connects the Great Lakes to the Atlantic Ocean.
Montreal Island
The aircraft typically passes south of Montreal, providing a clear view of Mount Royal and the urban sprawl to the north.
Prince Edward Island
The iconic red cliffs and patchwork fields of PEI are often visible during the initial descent.
Cape Breton Highlands
Dramatic views of the rolling hills and rugged cliffs as the plane crosses into the airspace of Nova Scotia.
Choose a morning flight to keep the sun behind you, enhancing the colors of the landscape and reducing window glare. Look out for the red soil of PEI about 20-30 minutes before landing. In autumn, this side offers the best views of the changing foliage in the Laurentians and Cape Breton Highlands.
Lake Ontario
Direct views of the expansive blue waters of Lake Ontario and the Golden Horseshoe coastline.
Adirondack Mountains
On clear days, the distant peaks of the Adirondacks in New York State are visible to the south.
Bay of Fundy
Views of the high-tide basin and the Isthmus of Chignecto connecting New Brunswick and Nova Scotia.
Nova Scotia Wilderness
Vast stretches of dense maritime forest and hidden lakes as you traverse the province's interior.
Bras d'Or Lake
A stunning view of Cape Breton's massive inland sea just before the final approach into Sydney.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights if you enjoy golden hour light reflecting off the Bay of Fundy. Keep an eye out for the Confederation Bridge connecting the mainland to PEI in the distance to the north. Be aware that winter flights may see significant cloud cover over the water due to lake-effect weather.
Distance: 1,562 km (971 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 5 min
Departure: YYZ (43.6772003174, -79.63059997559999)
Arrival: YQY (46.1614, -60.047798)
Route Type: Domestic
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