While the departure offers iconic Paris views, the landing approach provides more sustained scenic value with the dramatic Saint Lawrence River and Laurentian Mountains. The right side captures the most visually distinctive geography of the entire transatlantic route during the final descent.
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Flight Path
Paris to Montreal is 3,433 miles (5,525 km), a flight of about 7 hours 15 minutes.
The flight path crosses the Atlantic Ocean for roughly 5 hours with no visible landmarks. Notable geographic transitions include: departure over northern France and the English Channel (first 30 minutes), crossing the Atlantic with occasional views of Greenland's southern coast or the Davis Strait region depending on routing (around 4-5 hours into flight), and arrival over eastern Canada with views of the Saint Lawrence River estuary, the Canadian Shield's forested terrain, and the Laurentian Mountains as the aircraft descends into Montreal.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from LBG
LEFTLeft side offers views of central Paris and the Seine's loops through the city during initial climb. The right side faces northwest toward suburban sprawl with less distinctive landmarks.
Landing at YMX
RIGHTRight side provides views of the Laurentian Mountains and the Saint Lawrence River valley as the aircraft descends into the Montreal region. The left side faces less dramatic terrain with industrial areas and suburban sprawl.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Le Bourget (LBG) to Montreal International Mirabel (YMX)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Paris to Montreal. While the departure offers iconic Paris views, the landing approach provides more sustained scenic value with the dramatic Saint Lawrence River and Laurentian Mountains. The right side captures the most visually distinctive geography of the entire transatlantic route during the final descent.
What can I see during takeoff from Le Bourget in Paris?
During takeoff from Le Bourget (LBG), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side offers views of central Paris and the Seine's loops through the city during initial climb. The right side faces northwest toward suburban sprawl with less distinctive landmarks. Notable sights include: Seine River winding through Paris, Notre-Dame and Île de la Cité, Eiffel Tower area, Sacré-Cœur basilica on Montmartre.
What can I see when landing at Montreal International Mirabel in Montreal?
When landing at Montreal International Mirabel (YMX), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side provides views of the Laurentian Mountains and the Saint Lawrence River valley as the aircraft descends into the Montreal region. The left side faces less dramatic terrain with industrial areas and suburban sprawl. Notable sights include: Saint Lawrence River, Laurentian Mountains (Laurentides), Montreal city proper and downtown skyline, Île de Montréal.
How long is the flight from Paris to Montreal?
The flight from Le Bourget (LBG) to Montreal International Mirabel (YMX) takes about 7 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 3,433 miles (5,525 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Paris to Montreal flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Atlantic Ocean for roughly 5 hours with no visible landmarks. Notable geographic transitions include: departure over northern France and the English Channel (first 30 minutes), crossing the Atlantic with occasional views of Greenland's southern coast or the Davis Strait region depending on routing (around 4-5 hours into flight), and arrival over eastern Canada with views of the Saint Lawrence River estuary, the Canadian Shield's forested terrain, and the Laurentian Mountains as the aircraft descends into Montreal.