The right side offers a more varied experience — a skyline view on departure from Philadelphia, glimpses of the Green Mountains and Lake Champlain during cruise, and a scenic Montreal approach with the St. Lawrence River and Mount Royal on landing.
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Flight Path
Philadelphia to Montreal is 394 miles (634 km), a flight of about 1 hour 35 minutes.
Hudson Valley, southern Adirondack foothills, and the Lake Champlain corridor between New York and Vermont
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from PHL
RIGHTDeparting PHL and turning north toward Montreal, the right side offers a glimpse of Philadelphia's skyline and the Delaware River as the aircraft banks, while the left side mostly shows flat suburban sprawl.
Landing at YUL
RIGHTOn approach into YUL, the flight path from the south brings Montreal's skyline, Mount Royal, and the St. Lawrence River into view on the right side of the aircraft before the final turn onto the runway.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Philadelphia International (PHL) to Montreal International Dorval (YUL)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Philadelphia to Montreal. The right side offers a more varied experience — a skyline view on departure from Philadelphia, glimpses of the Green Mountains and Lake Champlain during cruise, and a scenic Montreal approach with the St. Lawrence River and Mount Royal on landing.
What can I see during takeoff from Philadelphia International in Philadelphia?
During takeoff from Philadelphia International (PHL), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing PHL and turning north toward Montreal, the right side offers a glimpse of Philadelphia's skyline and the Delaware River as the aircraft banks, while the left side mostly shows flat suburban sprawl. Notable sights include: Philadelphia skyline, Delaware River, Center City towers.
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. On approach into YUL, the flight path from the south brings Montreal's skyline, Mount Royal, and the St. Lawrence River into view on the right side of the aircraft before the final turn onto the runway. Notable sights include: Mount Royal, St. Lawrence River, Montreal downtown skyline, Habitat 67 waterfront district.
How long is the flight from Philadelphia to Montreal?
The flight from Philadelphia International (PHL) to Montreal International Dorval (YUL) takes about 1 hour 35 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 394 miles (634 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Philadelphia to Montreal flight path pass over?
Hudson Valley, southern Adirondack foothills, and the Lake Champlain corridor between New York and Vermont