While the takeoff offers good coastal views from the left, the landing approach into Montreal from the right provides more dramatic and iconic scenery: the Saint Lawrence River, Mount Royal, and the Laurentian Mountains make for a more memorable final descent than Porto's departure.
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Flight Path
Porto to Montreal is 3,191 miles (5,136 km), a flight of about 7 hours 15 minutes.
The flight crosses the Atlantic Ocean for roughly 5 hours with no visible landmarks. The route typically passes south of Greenland and Iceland (not visible at cruise altitude). Over the North Atlantic, passengers may see the Labrador Sea and approach the Canadian coast near Newfoundland and Labrador. The final approach into Montreal follows the Saint Lawrence River valley, offering views of the river, surrounding forests, and the transition from wilderness to urban development.
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from OPO
LEFTLeft seats offer views of the Douro River valley as it flows westward toward the Atlantic, plus the Atlantic coastline north of Porto. Right seats face inland toward less dramatic terrain.
Landing at YUL
RIGHTRight seats provide views of the Saint Lawrence River, Montreal's downtown skyline, and the Laurentian Mountains to the north during approach. Left seats face the less scenic southern suburbs and industrial areas.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Porto (OPO) to Montreal International Dorval (YUL)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Porto to Montreal. While the takeoff offers good coastal views from the left, the landing approach into Montreal from the right provides more dramatic and iconic scenery: the Saint Lawrence River, Mount Royal, and the Laurentian Mountains make for a more memorable final descent than Porto's departure.
What can I see during takeoff from Porto in Porto?
During takeoff from Porto (OPO), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left seats offer views of the Douro River valley as it flows westward toward the Atlantic, plus the Atlantic coastline north of Porto. Right seats face inland toward less dramatic terrain. Notable sights include: Douro River estuary, Atlantic Ocean coastline, Aveiro Lagoon (visible to the north during climb-out), Serra da Estrela mountains (distant, to the southeast).
What can I see when landing at Montreal International Dorval in Montreal?
When landing at Montreal International Dorval (YUL), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right seats provide views of the Saint Lawrence River, Montreal's downtown skyline, and the Laurentian Mountains to the north during approach. Left seats face the less scenic southern suburbs and industrial areas. Notable sights include: Saint Lawrence River, Montreal downtown core and Mount Royal, Laurentian Mountains (north of the city), Île Perrot and the Ottawa River confluence.
How long is the flight from Porto to Montreal?
The flight from Porto (OPO) to Montreal International Dorval (YUL) takes about 7 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 3,191 miles (5,136 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Porto to Montreal flight path pass over?
The flight crosses the Atlantic Ocean for roughly 5 hours with no visible landmarks. The route typically passes south of Greenland and Iceland (not visible at cruise altitude). Over the North Atlantic, passengers may see the Labrador Sea and approach the Canadian coast near Newfoundland and Labrador. The final approach into Montreal follows the Saint Lawrence River valley, offering views of the river, surrounding forests, and the transition from wilderness to urban development.