While takeoff offers Seoul's urban geography, the landing approach into Toronto provides more dramatic and visually distinctive scenery—Lake Ontario, the Toronto Islands, and the downtown skyline create a more memorable window experience than the industrial Incheon departure.
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Flight Path
Seoul to Toronto is 6,604 miles (10,628 km), a flight of about 14 hours.
The flight path crosses the North Pacific, passing north of Japan and the Aleutian Islands. Over the Pacific, you'll see open ocean for many hours. As the aircraft approaches North America, the Rocky Mountains become visible on the western horizon (Alberta/British Columbia border region), followed by the Canadian Shield's lakes and forests. The Great Lakes region emerges in the final descent phase, with Lake Michigan and Lake Huron visible before the approach to Toronto.
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from ICN
RIGHTRight-side seats offer views of Seoul's urban sprawl and the Han River as the aircraft climbs westward over Incheon. You'll see the densely packed cityscape and water features that define the Seoul metropolitan area during the initial climb.
Landing at YTZ
LEFTLeft-side seats provide excellent views during the descent into Toronto. You'll see Lake Ontario's vast expanse, the Toronto Islands, and the downtown skyline as the aircraft approaches from the east over the water.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Incheon International (ICN) to City Centre (YTZ)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Seoul to Toronto. While takeoff offers Seoul's urban geography, the landing approach into Toronto provides more dramatic and visually distinctive scenery—Lake Ontario, the Toronto Islands, and the downtown skyline create a more memorable window experience than the industrial Incheon departure.
What can I see during takeoff from Incheon International in Seoul?
During takeoff from Incheon International (ICN), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of Seoul's urban sprawl and the Han River as the aircraft climbs westward over Incheon. You'll see the densely packed cityscape and water features that define the Seoul metropolitan area during the initial climb. Notable sights include: Han River (snaking through Seoul), Incheon's industrial waterfront, Seoul's high-rise districts to the southeast, Yellow Sea coastline to the west.
What can I see when landing at City Centre in Toronto?
When landing at City Centre (YTZ), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide excellent views during the descent into Toronto. You'll see Lake Ontario's vast expanse, the Toronto Islands, and the downtown skyline as the aircraft approaches from the east over the water. Notable sights include: Lake Ontario (massive freshwater body), Toronto Islands (Toronto Island Park and the island chain), Downtown Toronto skyline (CN Tower, financial district towers), Scarborough Bluffs (dramatic clay cliffs on the eastern shoreline).
How long is the flight from Seoul to Toronto?
The flight from Incheon International (ICN) to City Centre (YTZ) takes about 14 hours. The shortest flight path between them is 6,604 miles (10,628 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Seoul to Toronto flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the North Pacific, passing north of Japan and the Aleutian Islands. Over the Pacific, you'll see open ocean for many hours. As the aircraft approaches North America, the Rocky Mountains become visible on the western horizon (Alberta/British Columbia border region), followed by the Canadian Shield's lakes and forests. The Great Lakes region emerges in the final descent phase, with Lake Michigan and Lake Huron visible before the approach to Toronto.