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YYZ → YXU
Which side of the plane to sit from Lester B. Pearson International Airport (Toronto) to London Airport (London)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the Lake Ontario shoreline, the dramatic Niagara Escarpment, and the industrial landscape of Hamilton before descending into the Grand River valley.
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Toronto Skyline
A distant but clear view of the CN Tower and the downtown core immediately after takeoff from Pearson.
Niagara Escarpment
The prominent limestone ridge that cuts through the landscape near Milton and Burlington.
Burlington Bay
Views of the Skyway Bridge and the heavily industrialized harbor of Hamilton.
Lake Erie Horizon
On clear days, the distant northern shoreline of Lake Erie is visible to the south.
Grand River
The winding path of southern Ontario's largest river near the city of Brantford.
Sit on the left for the best chance to see the Toronto skyline during an eastbound departure climb. Morning flights are ideal as the sun illuminates the Niagara Escarpment from the east. Keep your camera ready shortly after takeoff as the flight is very short.
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YYZ Airport Complex
A bird's-eye view of Canada's busiest airport terminals and runways during the initial climb.
Kitchener-Waterloo
The expanding urban sprawl of the tech-heavy twin cities visible to the northwest.
Agricultural Grid
The iconic geometric patchwork of Southwestern Ontario's highly productive farmland.
Fanshawe Lake
A large reservoir and conservation area located just northeast of London International Airport.
The Forest City
View of London's dense tree canopy as you approach the airport, confirming its nickname.
The right side is excellent for evening flights to catch the sunset over the rural landscape. This side provides a better view of the 'Golden Horseshoe' urban expansion moving toward the Waterloo region. Watch for Fanshawe Lake as a key landmark for your final approach into YXU.
Book Hotels in LondonDistance: 142 km (88 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 14 min
Departure: YYZ (43.6772003174, -79.63059997559999)
Arrival: YXU (43.035599, -81.1539)
Route Type: Domestic
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