About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Kefallinia (EFL) to Lester B Pearson International (YYZ)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Keffallinia to Toronto. While the takeoff from Kefalonia offers beautiful Mediterranean island scenery on the right, the landing approach into Toronto on the left provides more dramatic and recognizable urban and natural features (Lake Ontario, CN Tower, waterfront). For a transatlantic flight, the landing experience typically creates stronger memories than departure.
What can I see during takeoff from Kefallinia in Keffallinia?
During takeoff from Kefallinia (EFL), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of the Ionian Sea immediately after departure, with the rugged coastline of Kefalonia and neighboring islands (Zakynthos, Ithaca) visible during the initial climb. The left side faces inland toward the Peloponnese, which is less visually distinctive during early climb-out. Notable sights include: Ionian Sea coastline, Zakynthos Island to the north, Ithaca Island to the northeast, Mount Aenos (Kefalonia's highest peak at 1,628m) receding inland.
What can I see when landing at Lester B Pearson International in Toronto?
When landing at Lester B Pearson International (YYZ), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide excellent views during the approach to Toronto. The aircraft descends over Lake Ontario from the east, and left-side passengers see the Toronto waterfront, downtown skyline, and the Greater Toronto Area sprawl. Right-side views face north over suburban areas with less dramatic visual interest. Notable sights include: Lake Ontario (extensive water body dominating the view), Toronto downtown skyline and CN Tower, Scarborough Bluffs (distinctive eroded clay cliffs on the lake's eastern shore), Toronto Islands (small landmasses in the lake near the waterfront).
How long is the flight from Keffallinia to Toronto?
The flight from Kefallinia (EFL) to Lester B Pearson International (YYZ) takes Approximately 10.5 to 11.5 hours (depending on winds and routing).
What does the Keffallinia to Toronto flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Atlantic Ocean for roughly 8-9 hours with no significant landmarks visible over open water. Notable waypoints include: the Irish coast (County Cork/Kerry region) visible during the westbound climb over the Atlantic; Greenland's southern tip and Davis Strait during the mid-Atlantic phase (though typically at night on this routing); and the Canadian Maritime provinces (Nova Scotia, Newfoundland) during the final approach descent. The North Atlantic itself dominates the midpoint with occasional cloud formations and, if crossing during daylight, the curvature of the Earth visible at cruise altitude.