While takeoff favors the right, the landing view of Lake Erie and Cleveland's waterfront is more distinctive and memorable than Edmonton's departure. The Lake Erie approach provides a clear geographic landmark that dominates the final descent, making it the stronger overall choice for window-seat preference.
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Flight Path
Edmonton to Cleveland is 1,678 miles (2,700 km), a flight of about 4 hours.
The flight path crosses the Great Lakes region. Notable features include: the Michigan-Ontario border and the northern shore of Lake Michigan (visible on the right during the cruise phase if flying a southern routing), the Ohio-Indiana border region, and the transition from the Canadian Shield's relatively flat terrain near Edmonton through the American Midwest's agricultural plains. The Appalachian foothills begin to appear as subtle elevation changes in eastern Ohio approaching Cleveland. Most of the cruise phase occurs over relatively featureless terrain with scattered cloud cover typical of the continental interior.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from YEG
RIGHTRight-side seats capture the North Saskatchewan River valley and the city grid of Edmonton spreading eastward during the initial climb. Edmonton typically departs runways 26L/26R (westbound) or 08L/08R (eastbound); westbound departures offer the best river and urban views on the right side as you climb out.
Landing at CLE
LEFTLeft-side seats provide views of Lake Erie and the Cleveland waterfront during the descent approach. CLE typically lands on runways 24L/24R (westbound) or 06L/06R (eastbound); eastbound approaches offer superior Lake Erie views on the left as you descend toward the airport located south of the lake.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Edmonton International (YEG) to Cleveland Hopkins International (CLE)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Edmonton to Cleveland. While takeoff favors the right, the landing view of Lake Erie and Cleveland's waterfront is more distinctive and memorable than Edmonton's departure. The Lake Erie approach provides a clear geographic landmark that dominates the final descent, making it the stronger overall choice for window-seat preference.
What can I see during takeoff from Edmonton International in Edmonton?
During takeoff from Edmonton International (YEG), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats capture the North Saskatchewan River valley and the city grid of Edmonton spreading eastward during the initial climb. Edmonton typically departs runways 26L/26R (westbound) or 08L/08R (eastbound); westbound departures offer the best river and urban views on the right side as you climb out. Notable sights include: North Saskatchewan River valley, Edmonton city center and downtown core, Whyte Avenue district, industrial areas east of the city.
What can I see when landing at Cleveland Hopkins International in Cleveland?
When landing at Cleveland Hopkins International (CLE), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide views of Lake Erie and the Cleveland waterfront during the descent approach. CLE typically lands on runways 24L/24R (westbound) or 06L/06R (eastbound); eastbound approaches offer superior Lake Erie views on the left as you descend toward the airport located south of the lake. Notable sights include: Lake Erie (southern shoreline and water body), Cleveland downtown skyline and waterfront district, Cuyahoga River mouth, industrial areas along the Cuyahoga Valley.
How long is the flight from Edmonton to Cleveland?
The flight from Edmonton International (YEG) to Cleveland Hopkins International (CLE) takes about 4 hours. The shortest flight path between them is 1,678 miles (2,700 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Edmonton to Cleveland flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Great Lakes region. Notable features include: the Michigan-Ontario border and the northern shore of Lake Michigan (visible on the right during the cruise phase if flying a southern routing), the Ohio-Indiana border region, and the transition from the Canadian Shield's relatively flat terrain near Edmonton through the American Midwest's agricultural plains. The Appalachian foothills begin to appear as subtle elevation changes in eastern Ohio approaching Cleveland. Most of the cruise phase occurs over relatively featureless terrain with scattered cloud cover typical of the continental interior.