Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Seattle to Victoria. Left side consistently delivers the better views on both ends of this short flight — Elliott Bay and Seattle on departure, and the Strait of Juan de Fuca with the San Juan Islands on approach. The right side faces inland toward less dramatic terrain throughout.

During takeoff from Seattle Tacoma International (SEA), sit on the Left side for the best views. SeaTac's primary departure runway 16L/34R means northbound departures typically head north or northwest. A left-side seat gives you views over Elliott Bay, downtown Seattle's skyline, and the Olympic Mountains across Puget Sound as you climb out. Notable sights include: Elliott Bay and downtown Seattle waterfront, Olympic Mountains across Puget Sound, Lake Washington to the east, Bainbridge Island.

When landing at Victoria International (YYJ), sit on the Left side for the best views. Approaching YYJ from the southeast, aircraft typically fly over the Saanich Peninsula and align with runway 09/27 or 13/31. A left-side seat looks south over the Strait of Juan de Fuca and gives views of the San Juan Islands and the open water approach into Victoria. Notable sights include: Strait of Juan de Fuca, San Juan Islands archipelago, Saanich Inlet, Sidney and the Saanich Peninsula below.

The flight from Seattle Tacoma International (SEA) to Victoria International (YYJ) takes Approximately 25-35 minutes.

The flight crosses directly over the southern Gulf Islands or San Juan Islands, with Puget Sound and the Strait of Juan de Fuca visible throughout. Haro Strait separates the Canadian Gulf Islands from the American San Juan Islands and is clearly visible at cruise altitude. The entire route is over water or low coastal terrain, making it a scenic crossing.