While the takeoff offers Paris views, the landing provides more dramatic scenery with the St. Lawrence River and Montreal's geography. Right side captures the river's distinctive curves and the city's relationship to the water—the defining feature of Montreal's landscape.
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Flight Path
Paris to Montreal is 3,418 miles (5,500 km), a flight of about 7 hours 15 minutes.
Over the Atlantic, you'll cross the Irish coast (if visible during daylight), then the open ocean with occasional cloud formations. As you approach North America, you may see the Newfoundland coastline or Nova Scotia depending on your exact flight path. The Canadian Maritime provinces and the transition to the St. Lawrence River valley are the last major geographic features before descent into Montreal.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from CDG
LEFTLeft side offers views of the Seine River winding through Paris and the surrounding Île-de-France region as you climb out northwestward. You'll see the urban sprawl gradually give way to agricultural plains and forests.
Landing at YHU
RIGHTRight side provides views of the St. Lawrence River and Montreal's urban landscape as you descend toward St. Hubert Airport (located south of Montreal). You'll see the river's distinctive curves and the city's layout along its banks.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Charles De Gaulle (CDG) to St Hubert (YHU)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Paris to Montreal. While the takeoff offers Paris views, the landing provides more dramatic scenery with the St. Lawrence River and Montreal's geography. Right side captures the river's distinctive curves and the city's relationship to the water—the defining feature of Montreal's landscape.
What can I see during takeoff from Charles De Gaulle in Paris?
During takeoff from Charles De Gaulle (CDG), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side offers views of the Seine River winding through Paris and the surrounding Île-de-France region as you climb out northwestward. You'll see the urban sprawl gradually give way to agricultural plains and forests. Notable sights include: Seine River, Paris metropolitan area, Fontainebleau Forest (southeast), Rambouillet Forest (southwest).
What can I see when landing at St Hubert in Montreal?
When landing at St Hubert (YHU), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side provides views of the St. Lawrence River and Montreal's urban landscape as you descend toward St. Hubert Airport (located south of Montreal). You'll see the river's distinctive curves and the city's layout along its banks. Notable sights include: St. Lawrence River, Montreal metropolitan area, Laurentian Mountains (north), Lake St. Louis (west).
How long is the flight from Paris to Montreal?
The flight from Charles De Gaulle (CDG) to St Hubert (YHU) takes about 7 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 3,418 miles (5,500 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Paris to Montreal flight path pass over?
Over the Atlantic, you'll cross the Irish coast (if visible during daylight), then the open ocean with occasional cloud formations. As you approach North America, you may see the Newfoundland coastline or Nova Scotia depending on your exact flight path. The Canadian Maritime provinces and the transition to the St. Lawrence River valley are the last major geographic features before descent into Montreal.