While takeoff offers interesting coastal scenery, the landing approach provides the most dramatic and memorable views: the Rocky Mountains are a genuine showstopper that dominates the final descent. Left-seat passengers get the mountain vista; right-seat passengers on descent see only prairie.
Flight Path
Transatlantic crossing over the Atlantic Ocean and Greenland ice sheet; entry into North American airspace over Labrador and northern Quebec; descent through the Canadian Shield and boreal forest; transition to prairie landscape approaching the Great Plains; final approach over Alberta foothills and prairie with Rocky Mountains visible on western horizon
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from City (LCY) to Calgary International (YYC)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from London to Calgary. While takeoff offers interesting coastal scenery, the landing approach provides the most dramatic and memorable views: the Rocky Mountains are a genuine showstopper that dominates the final descent. Left-seat passengers get the mountain vista; right-seat passengers on descent see only prairie.
What can I see during takeoff from City in London?
During takeoff from City (LCY), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of the Thames estuary and North Sea coastline during the initial climb-out. The aircraft departs eastward over water before banking northwest, giving right-seat passengers clear sightlines of the Essex coast and shipping channels. Notable sights include: River Thames estuary, North Sea coastline, Essex marshlands, Greater London urban sprawl receding westward.
What can I see when landing at Calgary International in Calgary?
When landing at Calgary International (YYC), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide the best views during approach to Calgary. The aircraft descends from the east over the Canadian Prairies, and left-seat passengers see the Rocky Mountains rising dramatically on the western horizon as the city comes into view. Notable sights include: Rocky Mountains (Front Range), Bow River valley, Calgary city grid, Foothills transition zone.
How long is the flight from London to Calgary?
The flight from City (LCY) to Calgary International (YYC) takes 7h 45m.
What does the London to Calgary flight path pass over?
Transatlantic crossing over the Atlantic Ocean and Greenland ice sheet; entry into North American airspace over Labrador and northern Quebec; descent through the Canadian Shield and boreal forest; transition to prairie landscape approaching the Great Plains; final approach over Alberta foothills and prairie with Rocky Mountains visible on western horizon