The right side captures the most dramatic scenery at both ends: the Bay of Bengal and Chennai coastline during departure, and the approach over Lake Ontario and the Greater Toronto Area during arrival. The left side offers good views on descent but less compelling scenery during the initial climb.
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Flight Path
Madras to Toronto is 8,319 miles (13,389 km), a flight of about 17 hours.
This route typically transits the Arabian Sea, crosses the Arabian Peninsula or Middle East (depending on routing), passes over the Mediterranean or Black Sea region, crosses Central Europe (possibly the Alps or Carpathians), and then proceeds over the Atlantic toward North America. Key visible features along the path include the Strait of Hormuz, the Persian Gulf, the Caucasus Mountains (if routed north), the Alps, and the Atlantic coastline of Europe before crossing the ocean.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from MAA
RIGHTRight-side seats offer views of the Cooum River estuary and the Bay of Bengal coastline as the aircraft climbs northwestward from Chennai. The contrast between the urban sprawl of Chennai and the open water creates strong visual interest during the initial climb.
Landing at YYZ
LEFTLeft-side seats provide excellent views of the Canadian Shield landscape, the Great Lakes system, and the approach over Lake Ontario into Toronto. As the aircraft descends from the northwest, passengers see the transition from boreal forest to the urban corridor of the Greater Toronto Area.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Chennai International (MAA) to Lester B Pearson International (YYZ)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Madras to Toronto. The right side captures the most dramatic scenery at both ends: the Bay of Bengal and Chennai coastline during departure, and the approach over Lake Ontario and the Greater Toronto Area during arrival. The left side offers good views on descent but less compelling scenery during the initial climb.
What can I see during takeoff from Chennai International in Madras?
During takeoff from Chennai International (MAA), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of the Cooum River estuary and the Bay of Bengal coastline as the aircraft climbs northwestward from Chennai. The contrast between the urban sprawl of Chennai and the open water creates strong visual interest during the initial climb. Notable sights include: Bay of Bengal coastline, Cooum River estuary, Chennai urban grid, Pulicat Lake to the north.
What can I see when landing at Lester B Pearson International in Toronto?
When landing at Lester B Pearson International (YYZ), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide excellent views of the Canadian Shield landscape, the Great Lakes system, and the approach over Lake Ontario into Toronto. As the aircraft descends from the northwest, passengers see the transition from boreal forest to the urban corridor of the Greater Toronto Area. Notable sights include: Lake Ontario, Niagara Escarpment, Greater Toronto Area urban sprawl, Canadian Shield forest.
How long is the flight from Madras to Toronto?
The flight from Chennai International (MAA) to Lester B Pearson International (YYZ) takes about 17 hours. The shortest flight path between them is 8,319 miles (13,389 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Madras to Toronto flight path pass over?
This route typically transits the Arabian Sea, crosses the Arabian Peninsula or Middle East (depending on routing), passes over the Mediterranean or Black Sea region, crosses Central Europe (possibly the Alps or Carpathians), and then proceeds over the Atlantic toward North America. Key visible features along the path include the Strait of Hormuz, the Persian Gulf, the Caucasus Mountains (if routed north), the Alps, and the Atlantic coastline of Europe before crossing the ocean.