Edmonton to Toronto flight pathYEGYTZ

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Flight time3h 05m
Distance1,682
Heading099° → 125°
Best side
Right
★ 2.0 left·★ 3.0 right

The right side wins on both ends of the flight — Edmonton's river valley and skyline at departure, and Toronto's lakefront skyline with the CN Tower on arrival — while cruise over the Canadian Shield and prairies offers little differentiation between sides.

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Flight Path

Flight path overview

Edmonton to Toronto is 1,682 miles (2,708 km), a flight of about 3 hours 5 minutes.

Boreal forest and lakes of the Canadian Shield across northern Ontario, with occasional glimpses of Lake Superior's north shore

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Phase by phase

Takeoff from YEG

RIGHT

Departing YEG southeastbound, the right side offers views back over the city of Edmonton and the North Saskatchewan River valley as the aircraft climbs, while the left side shows only flat farmland stretching to the horizon.

North Saskatchewan River valleyEdmonton downtown skylineagricultural patchwork of central Alberta
YEG Edmonton InternationalHub for WestJet, Air Canada

Landing at YTZ

RIGHT

Arriving at YTZ typically involves a turn over Lake Ontario with the approach aligned to runway 26, putting the Toronto skyline and harbor islands prominently on the right side just before touchdown.

Toronto skylineToronto IslandsLake Ontario shorelineBilly Bishop harbor
YTZ City CentreHub for Porter Airlines

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About This Route

Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Edmonton International (YEG) to City Centre (YTZ)?

Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Edmonton to Toronto. The right side wins on both ends of the flight — Edmonton's river valley and skyline at departure, and Toronto's lakefront skyline with the CN Tower on arrival — while cruise over the Canadian Shield and prairies offers little differentiation between sides.

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. Departing YEG southeastbound, the right side offers views back over the city of Edmonton and the North Saskatchewan River valley as the aircraft climbs, while the left side shows only flat farmland stretching to the horizon. Notable sights include: North Saskatchewan River valley, Edmonton downtown skyline, agricultural patchwork of central Alberta.

What can I see when landing at City Centre in Toronto?

When landing at City Centre (YTZ), sit on the Right side for the best views. Arriving at YTZ typically involves a turn over Lake Ontario with the approach aligned to runway 26, putting the Toronto skyline and harbor islands prominently on the right side just before touchdown. Notable sights include: Toronto skyline (CN Tower), Toronto Islands, Lake Ontario shoreline, Billy Bishop harbor.

How long is the flight from Edmonton to Toronto?

The flight from Edmonton International (YEG) to City Centre (YTZ) takes about 3 hours 5 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 1,682 miles (2,708 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.

What does the Edmonton to Toronto flight path pass over?

Boreal forest and lakes of the Canadian Shield across northern Ontario, with occasional glimpses of Lake Superior's north shore