This is a long transatlantic flight, and the great-circle route bulges north toward southern Greenland before descending into Canada, putting the ice-covered peaks and fjords of Greenland's coast on the right side for a significant, dramatic stretch of cruise — far outweighing the brief city views on takeoff and landing.
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Flight Path
Vienna to Toronto is 4,317 miles (6,948 km), a flight of about 9 hours 15 minutes.
Southern tip of Greenland's ice cap and coastal fjords, the Davis Strait, and the rugged Labrador coastline of eastern Canada
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from VIE
LEFTDeparting VIE on runway 34, the climb-out curves over Vienna's Danube bends and the city center before turning west, giving left-side passengers a good look at the old town, the river, and the wooded hills of the Wienerwald beyond.
Landing at YYZ
LEFTArrivals into YYZ from the northeast typically swing along the Lake Ontario shoreline before turning onto final for the southwest-facing runways, putting downtown Toronto's skyline and the lake on the left side of the aircraft.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Schwechat (VIE) to Lester B Pearson International (YYZ)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Vienna to Toronto. This is a long transatlantic flight, and the great-circle route bulges north toward southern Greenland before descending into Canada, putting the ice-covered peaks and fjords of Greenland's coast on the right side for a significant, dramatic stretch of cruise — far outweighing the brief city views on takeoff and landing.
What can I see during takeoff from Schwechat in Vienna?
During takeoff from Schwechat (VIE), sit on the Left side for the best views. Departing VIE on runway 34, the climb-out curves over Vienna's Danube bends and the city center before turning west, giving left-side passengers a good look at the old town, the river, and the wooded hills of the Wienerwald beyond. Notable sights include: Vienna city center, Danube River, Wienerwald foothills, Donauinsel island park.
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. Arrivals into YYZ from the northeast typically swing along the Lake Ontario shoreline before turning onto final for the southwest-facing runways, putting downtown Toronto's skyline and the lake on the left side of the aircraft. Notable sights include: CN Tower, downtown Toronto skyline, Lake Ontario shoreline, Toronto Islands.
How long is the flight from Vienna to Toronto?
The flight from Schwechat (VIE) to Lester B Pearson International (YYZ) takes about 9 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 4,317 miles (6,948 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Vienna to Toronto flight path pass over?
Southern tip of Greenland's ice cap and coastal fjords, the Davis Strait, and the rugged Labrador coastline of eastern Canada