About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Heathrow (LHR) to St Hubert (YHU)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from London to Montreal. Right-side seats dominate both departure and arrival phases. The takeoff offers views of the Thames estuary and London's sprawl, while the landing provides the St. Lawrence River and Montreal's urban geography—the most visually distinctive features of this transatlantic route.
What can I see during takeoff from Heathrow in London?
During takeoff from Heathrow (LHR), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of the Thames estuary and the London metropolitan area spreading southeast. The aircraft climbs out over Greater London's urban sprawl before turning northwest across the English Midlands. Notable sights include: Thames estuary, Greater London urban grid, Windsor Castle area (distant), Chiltern Hills to the northwest.
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. Right-side seats provide excellent views during descent into Montreal. The approach crosses the St. Lawrence River and offers panoramic views of the river valley, surrounding farmland, and the city's eastern approach corridor. Notable sights include: St. Lawrence River, Montreal urban area and downtown skyline, Laurentian Mountains (northern horizon), farmland and suburban sprawl of the Greater Montreal region.
How long is the flight from London to Montreal?
The flight from Heathrow (LHR) to St Hubert (YHU) takes Approximately 7 hours 15 minutes.
What does the London to Montreal flight path pass over?
The flight crosses the Atlantic Ocean for roughly 5 hours with no significant landmarks visible. Notable geographic features along the route include: the Irish coast and Celtic Sea (visible during westbound climb), the Atlantic Ocean (featureless), Newfoundland and Labrador coastline (visible during descent approach), the Canadian Shield's forested terrain, and the St. Lawrence River valley approaching Montreal. The flight typically follows a great-circle route, passing north of Ireland and southwest of Iceland, then descending toward eastern Canada.