Los Angeles to Montreal flight pathLAXYHU

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Flight time5h 15m
Distance2,484
Heading058° → 087°

Los Angeles to Montreal is 2,484 miles (3,998 km), a flight of about 5 hours 15 minutes.

Best side
RightMostly right
★ 2.5 left·★ 3.0 right

While the LAX departure offers dramatic coastal scenery, the YHU arrival provides more concentrated landmark density and visual variety. The St. Lawrence River, Mount Royal, downtown Montreal, and Laurentian foothills create a more engaging final hour than the cruise phase over the Great Lakes and Canadian Shield. The right side captures the most distinctive features of both the departure region (Pacific coast) and arrival region (Montreal urban and natural landmarks), making it the better overall choice for scenic interest across the full flight.

Takeoff · LAXLEFTSanta Monica Mountains, Santa Monica Bay, Malibu coastline
Landing · YHURIGHTSt. Lawrence River, Mount Royal, downtown Montreal skyline

Flight Path

Flight path overview

Great Lakes (Lake Michigan, Lake Huron, Lake Superior visible depending on routing), Canadian Shield with boreal forest and lakes, Appalachian foothills in upstate New York and Vermont, St. Lawrence River valley approaching Montreal

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Phase by phase

Aerial window seat view during takeoff from Los Angeles (left side) — Santa Monica Mountains, Santa Monica Bay, Malibu coastline, Pacific Ocean

Takeoff from LAX

LEFT

Westbound departures from LAX on west flow (the standard configuration) use inner runways 24L/25R and turn northwest over the Pacific. Left-side passengers see the Santa Monica Mountains, Santa Monica Bay, and Malibu coastline during initial climb before heading out over open ocean. Right side sees the flat Los Angeles basin and urban sprawl inland.

Santa Monica MountainsSanta Monica BayMalibu coastlinePacific Ocean

Landing at YHU

RIGHT

Eastbound arrivals into YHU typically descend from the west and approach runway 24R/24L heading east. Right-side passengers see the St. Lawrence River, Montreal's urban core including downtown and Mount Royal, and the Laurentian foothills to the north. Left side sees primarily the flat agricultural plains south of Montreal and the river's southern shore.

St. Lawrence RiverMount Royaldowntown Montreal skylineLaurentian foothills

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About This Route

Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Los Angeles International (LAX) to St Hubert (YHU)?

Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Los Angeles to Montreal. While the LAX departure offers dramatic coastal scenery, the YHU arrival provides more concentrated landmark density and visual variety. The St. Lawrence River, Mount Royal, downtown Montreal, and Laurentian foothills create a more engaging final hour than the cruise phase over the Great Lakes and Canadian Shield. The right side captures the most distinctive features of both the departure region (Pacific coast) and arrival region (Montreal urban and natural landmarks), making it the better overall choice for scenic interest across the full flight.

What can I see during takeoff from Los Angeles International in Los Angeles?

During takeoff from Los Angeles International (LAX), sit on the Left side for the best views. Westbound departures from LAX on west flow (the standard configuration) use inner runways 24L/25R and turn northwest over the Pacific. Left-side passengers see the Santa Monica Mountains, Santa Monica Bay, and Malibu coastline during initial climb before heading out over open ocean. Right side sees the flat Los Angeles basin and urban sprawl inland. Notable sights include: Santa Monica Mountains, Santa Monica Bay, Malibu coastline, Pacific Ocean.

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. Eastbound arrivals into YHU typically descend from the west and approach runway 24R/24L heading east. Right-side passengers see the St. Lawrence River, Montreal's urban core including downtown and Mount Royal, and the Laurentian foothills to the north. Left side sees primarily the flat agricultural plains south of Montreal and the river's southern shore. Notable sights include: St. Lawrence River, Mount Royal, downtown Montreal skyline, Laurentian foothills.

How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Montreal?

The flight from Los Angeles International (LAX) to St Hubert (YHU) takes about 5 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 2,484 miles (3,998 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.

What does the Los Angeles to Montreal flight path pass over?

Great Lakes (Lake Michigan, Lake Huron, Lake Superior visible depending on routing), Canadian Shield with boreal forest and lakes, Appalachian foothills in upstate New York and Vermont, St. Lawrence River valley approaching Montreal