About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Pittsburgh International (PIT) to Montreal International Dorval (YUL)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Pittsburgh (pennsylva) to Montreal. While takeoff favors the right, the landing approach into YUL is the more visually rewarding segment of this route, and left-side seats capture the St. Lawrence River, Mount Royal, and Montreal's geography in dramatic detail during descent.
What can I see during takeoff from Pittsburgh International in Pittsburgh (pennsylva)?
During takeoff from Pittsburgh International (PIT), sit on the Right side for the best views. PIT typically departs runways 28L/R (westbound) or 10L/R (eastbound). Right-side seats on westbound departures offer clear views of the Allegheny River valley and the city's Golden Triangle district as you climb northwest toward the flight path to Montreal. Notable sights include: Allegheny River (immediate foreground during climb), Pittsburgh downtown skyline and Golden Triangle (left-center), Monongahela River confluence (south), Appalachian foothills rising to the east.
What can I see when landing at Montreal International Dorval in Montreal?
When landing at Montreal International Dorval (YUL), sit on the Left side for the best views. YUL (Dorval) typically lands on runways 06L/R (eastbound) or 24L/R (westbound). Left-side seats on eastbound approaches offer excellent views of the St. Lawrence River, Montreal's downtown core, and Mount Royal as you descend over the city. Notable sights include: St. Lawrence River (dominant feature, wide and blue), Mount Royal and downtown Montreal skyline (north-center), Île Sainte-Hélène and Île Notre-Dame (south of river), Laurentian Mountains on the horizon to the north.
How long is the flight from Pittsburgh (pennsylva) to Montreal?
The flight from Pittsburgh International (PIT) to Montreal International Dorval (YUL) takes Approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.
What does the Pittsburgh (pennsylva) to Montreal flight path pass over?
The flight path heads north-northeast from Pittsburgh across the Appalachian plateau (rolling forested terrain with scattered lakes), crosses into New York state passing east of the Finger Lakes region, then continues over the St. Lawrence Lowlands toward Montreal. The Adirondack Mountains appear as a distant ridge to the east during cruise. Lake Ontario may be visible to the left (east) depending on exact routing and weather.