While the takeoff offers dramatic Icelandic volcanic scenery, the landing approach to Toronto provides more varied and recognizable urban and natural features. The right side captures Lake Ontario, the Toronto Islands, and the downtown skyline—a more visually rewarding finale to the transatlantic flight.
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Flight Path
Keflavik to Toronto is 2,587 miles (4,164 km), a flight of about 6 hours.
The flight path crosses the North Atlantic at high altitude (typically 33,000-35,000 feet). Over open ocean, you'll see the curvature of the Atlantic with occasional cloud formations and the Greenland coast (if visible through breaks in weather) to the north. As you approach North America, the Canadian Maritime provinces and Labrador coastline become visible, followed by the transition over Quebec and Ontario. Notable geographic features include the Davis Strait, Baffin Island (far north of track), and the St. Lawrence River valley as you approach the Great Lakes region.
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from KEF
LEFTLeft side offers views of Iceland's southwestern coastline and the Reykjanes Peninsula's volcanic terrain immediately after departure. You'll see the dark lava fields and coastal cliffs that define this region as you climb out over the Atlantic.
Landing at YTZ
RIGHTRight side provides excellent views during approach to Toronto City Centre Airport. You'll see Lake Ontario's northern shoreline, the Toronto Islands, and downtown Toronto's skyline as you descend toward the runway.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Keflavik Nas (KEF) to City Centre (YTZ)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Keflavik to Toronto. While the takeoff offers dramatic Icelandic volcanic scenery, the landing approach to Toronto provides more varied and recognizable urban and natural features. The right side captures Lake Ontario, the Toronto Islands, and the downtown skyline—a more visually rewarding finale to the transatlantic flight.
What can I see during takeoff from Keflavik Nas in Keflavik?
During takeoff from Keflavik Nas (KEF), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side offers views of Iceland's southwestern coastline and the Reykjanes Peninsula's volcanic terrain immediately after departure. You'll see the dark lava fields and coastal cliffs that define this region as you climb out over the Atlantic. Notable sights include: Reykjanes Peninsula lava fields, Fagradalsfjall volcanic area, southwestern Iceland coastline, Atlantic Ocean.
What can I see when landing at City Centre in Toronto?
When landing at City Centre (YTZ), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side provides excellent views during approach to Toronto City Centre Airport. You'll see Lake Ontario's northern shoreline, the Toronto Islands, and downtown Toronto's skyline as you descend toward the runway. Notable sights include: Lake Ontario, Toronto Islands (Centre Island, Ward's Island), downtown Toronto skyline, Scarborough Bluffs.
How long is the flight from Keflavik to Toronto?
The flight from Keflavik Nas (KEF) to City Centre (YTZ) takes about 6 hours. The shortest flight path between them is 2,587 miles (4,164 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Keflavik to Toronto flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the North Atlantic at high altitude (typically 33,000-35,000 feet). Over open ocean, you'll see the curvature of the Atlantic with occasional cloud formations and the Greenland coast (if visible through breaks in weather) to the north. As you approach North America, the Canadian Maritime provinces and Labrador coastline become visible, followed by the transition over Quebec and Ontario. Notable geographic features include the Davis Strait, Baffin Island (far north of track), and the St. Lawrence River valley as you approach the Great Lakes region.