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Best window seat at St Anthony

Which side of the plane?

Pick the window seat with the view. 13,500 routes answered — landmarks, coastlines and cities, wing by wing.

Taking offLEFT

Northern Peninsula coastline, Atlantic Ocean, Iceberg Alley waters

LandingLEFT

St. Anthony town and harbor, Great Northern Peninsula coastline, Atlantic Ocean to the northeast

🛫 Taking Off from St. Anthony (YAY)

Best sideLeft
WhyRunway 28 departures head west from St. Anthony, placing the Labrador coast and the Atlantic shoreline to your left as you climb out. The left side offers views of the rugged northern peninsula coastline and the open Atlantic, while the right side faces inland toward forested terrain with less dramatic geography.
Look forNorthern Peninsula coastline, Atlantic Ocean, Iceberg Alley waters (seasonal), Labrador Strait

🛬 Landing at St. Anthony (YAY)

Best sideLeft
WhyRunway 28 (westbound landing) means you'll be descending on a westerly heading. St. Anthony sits on the northern tip of the Great Northern Peninsula with Iceberg Alley and the Atlantic to the northeast. The left side gives you views of the coastal landscape, the town itself, and the approach path over the peninsula's terrain.
Look forSt. Anthony town and harbor, Great Northern Peninsula coastline, Atlantic Ocean to the northeast, local ponds and barrens typical of northern Newfoundland

YAY is a small regional airport with a single paved runway and a modest terminal building, primarily serving regional turboprop flights connecting the peninsula to St. John's and other Newfoundland communities.

⛰️ Elevation108 ft
🛫 Runways1 (10/28)
📍 NearbyYBX 48 mi

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About This Airport

Which side of the plane has the best views at St Anthony (YAY)?

At St Anthony in St. Anthony: for takeoff, sit on the Left side; for landing, sit on the Left side. Notable views include: Northern Peninsula coastline, Atlantic Ocean, Iceberg Alley waters (seasonal), Labrador Strait.

What can I see during takeoff from St Anthony in St. Anthony?

When taking off from St Anthony (YAY), sit on the Left side for the best views. Runway 28 departures head west from St. Anthony, placing the Labrador coast and the Atlantic shoreline to your left as you climb out. The left side offers views of the rugged northern peninsula coastline and the open Atlantic, while the right side faces inland toward forested terrain with less dramatic geography. Notable sights include: Northern Peninsula coastline, Atlantic Ocean, Iceberg Alley waters (seasonal), Labrador Strait.

What can I see when landing at St Anthony in St. Anthony?

When landing at St Anthony (YAY), sit on the Left side for the best views. Runway 28 (westbound landing) means you'll be descending on a westerly heading. St. Anthony sits on the northern tip of the Great Northern Peninsula with Iceberg Alley and the Atlantic to the northeast. The left side gives you views of the coastal landscape, the town itself, and the approach path over the peninsula's terrain. Notable sights include: St. Anthony town and harbor, Great Northern Peninsula coastline, Atlantic Ocean to the northeast, local ponds and barrens typical of northern Newfoundland.

What factors affect the best window seat at St Anthony?

The best window seat at St Anthony (YAY) depends on several factors: the typical runway used for your departure or arrival, the geographic features around St. Anthony (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening flights often offer the best lighting for scenic views.