While the right side offers good views during takeoff from Montreal, the left side provides superior scenery during the longer and more visually rewarding descent into Edinburgh, where the Firth of Forth and Pentland Hills create a dramatic arrival sequence. The left side captures the most distinctive geographic features of the destination.
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Flight Path
Montreal to Edinburgh is 3,007 miles (4,840 km), a flight of about 7 hours 15 minutes.
The flight path crosses the Atlantic Ocean for roughly 5 hours. Notable geographic markers include: the Canadian Maritime provinces (Nova Scotia, Newfoundland) visible during the first 90 minutes of flight; the open Atlantic with occasional weather systems; the approach to the British Isles typically brings the Irish coast into view around 45 minutes before landing, followed by the Welsh coastline and then the Scottish lowlands. The Hebrides islands may be visible to the northwest during the final descent approach to Edinburgh.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from YHU
RIGHTRight-side seats offer views of the St. Lawrence River valley and the Laurentian Mountains to the north as the aircraft climbs out on a typical eastbound departure. The river's broad expanse and forested ridgelines are clearly visible during the initial climb phase.
Landing at EDI
LEFTLeft-side seats provide excellent views during the descent approach into Edinburgh. You'll see the Firth of Forth estuary, the Pentland Hills to the south, and the city itself positioned on the coastal plain. The approach typically brings these features into clear view 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 St Hubert (YHU) to Edinburgh (EDI)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Montreal to Edinburgh. While the right side offers good views during takeoff from Montreal, the left side provides superior scenery during the longer and more visually rewarding descent into Edinburgh, where the Firth of Forth and Pentland Hills create a dramatic arrival sequence. The left side captures the most distinctive geographic features of the destination.
What can I see during takeoff from St Hubert in Montreal?
During takeoff from St Hubert (YHU), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of the St. Lawrence River valley and the Laurentian Mountains to the north as the aircraft climbs out on a typical eastbound departure. The river's broad expanse and forested ridgelines are clearly visible during the initial climb phase. Notable sights include: St. Lawrence River, Laurentian Mountains, Montreal urban sprawl, Île-Perrot.
What can I see when landing at Edinburgh in Edinburgh?
When landing at Edinburgh (EDI), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide excellent views during the descent approach into Edinburgh. You'll see the Firth of Forth estuary, the Pentland Hills to the south, and the city itself positioned on the coastal plain. The approach typically brings these features into clear view on the left side of the aircraft. Notable sights include: Firth of Forth, Pentland Hills, Edinburgh city center, Bass Rock.
How long is the flight from Montreal to Edinburgh?
The flight from St Hubert (YHU) to Edinburgh (EDI) takes about 7 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 3,007 miles (4,840 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Montreal to Edinburgh flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Atlantic Ocean for roughly 5 hours. Notable geographic markers include: the Canadian Maritime provinces (Nova Scotia, Newfoundland) visible during the first 90 minutes of flight; the open Atlantic with occasional weather systems; the approach to the British Isles typically brings the Irish coast into view around 45 minutes before landing, followed by the Welsh coastline and then the Scottish lowlands. The Hebrides islands may be visible to the northwest during the final descent approach to Edinburgh.