While takeoff offers good views of Edmonton's river valley, the landing approach provides superior scenery with the St. Lawrence River, Montreal's urban landscape, and the Laurentian Mountains—three major, visually distinctive features. The left side captures these landing highlights.
Flight Path
The flight path crosses the Canadian Shield, passing over the transition zone between the boreal forest of western Canada and the mixed forests of central Ontario. Notable features include the Great Lakes region (Lake Superior visible from altitude on clear days), the Canadian Shield's rocky terrain and countless lakes, and the transition into the St. Lawrence River valley as the aircraft descends toward Montreal. The landscape shifts from flat prairie and boreal forest to increasingly rugged, lake-dotted terrain.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Edmonton International (YEG) to St Hubert (YHU)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Edmonton to Montreal. While takeoff offers good views of Edmonton's river valley, the landing approach provides superior scenery with the St. Lawrence River, Montreal's urban landscape, and the Laurentian Mountains—three major, visually distinctive features. The left side captures these landing highlights.
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 face north and northwest during climb-out, offering views of the North Saskatchewan River valley and the transition from Edmonton's urban sprawl to the boreal forest. Left side faces south toward industrial areas and flat prairie with less visual interest. Notable sights include: North Saskatchewan River valley, Edmonton city grid and river bends, transition zone from urban to boreal forest, flat prairie extending south.
What can I see when landing at St Hubert in Montreal?
When landing at St Hubert (YHU), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side seats face south and southeast during approach to St. Hubert, providing views of the St. Lawrence River, the Montreal urban area, and the Laurentian Mountains to the north. Right side faces away from these major landmarks toward less distinctive terrain. Notable sights include: St. Lawrence River, Montreal metropolitan area and downtown skyline, Laurentian Mountains to the north, Île-Perrot and river islands.
How long is the flight from Edmonton to Montreal?
The flight from Edmonton International (YEG) to St Hubert (YHU) takes 3h 45m.
What does the Edmonton to Montreal flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Canadian Shield, passing over the transition zone between the boreal forest of western Canada and the mixed forests of central Ontario. Notable features include the Great Lakes region (Lake Superior visible from altitude on clear days), the Canadian Shield's rocky terrain and countless lakes, and the transition into the St. Lawrence River valley as the aircraft descends toward Montreal. The landscape shifts from flat prairie and boreal forest to increasingly rugged, lake-dotted terrain.