While the Casablanca departure offers coastal scenery, the Montreal approach provides more dramatic and varied geography—the St. Lawrence River's distinctive meanders, the visible urban core, and the Laurentian Mountains create a more compelling final descent. Right side captures the most visually interesting portion of the arrival.
Flight Path
The flight crosses the Atlantic Ocean for approximately 5.5 hours with no visible landmarks—open water and occasional cloud formations. The eastern approach to North America brings views of the Newfoundland and Labrador coastline (if visible through clouds), followed by the Canadian Maritime provinces. The final 1.5 hours approaches the St. Lawrence River valley with the Appalachian Mountains visible to the south and the Canadian Shield landscape to the north before reaching Montreal.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Anfa (CAS) to Montreal International Dorval (YUL)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Casablanca to Montreal. While the Casablanca departure offers coastal scenery, the Montreal approach provides more dramatic and varied geography—the St. Lawrence River's distinctive meanders, the visible urban core, and the Laurentian Mountains create a more compelling final descent. Right side captures the most visually interesting portion of the arrival.
What can I see during takeoff from Anfa in Casablanca?
During takeoff from Anfa (CAS), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side offers views of the Atlantic coastline immediately west of Casablanca and the Anfa district's coastal cliffs. The aircraft departs westward over water, making the left side the optimal viewing position for the initial climb. Notable sights include: Atlantic Ocean coastline, Anfa Peninsula cliffs, Casablanca harbor and port facilities, Morocco's northwestern coastal plain.
What can I see when landing at Montreal International Dorval in Montreal?
When landing at Montreal International Dorval (YUL), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side provides views of the St. Lawrence River valley and the Montreal urban area during final approach. The aircraft descends from the northeast over the river, making the right side ideal for seeing the river's distinctive meanders and the city's layout. Notable sights include: St. Lawrence River, Montreal Island and downtown core, Laurentian Mountains to the north, suburban sprawl of Greater Montreal.
How long is the flight from Casablanca to Montreal?
The flight from Anfa (CAS) to Montreal International Dorval (YUL) takes 7h 15m.
What does the Casablanca to Montreal flight path pass over?
The flight crosses the Atlantic Ocean for approximately 5.5 hours with no visible landmarks—open water and occasional cloud formations. The eastern approach to North America brings views of the Newfoundland and Labrador coastline (if visible through clouds), followed by the Canadian Maritime provinces. The final 1.5 hours approaches the St. Lawrence River valley with the Appalachian Mountains visible to the south and the Canadian Shield landscape to the north before reaching Montreal.