Right side offers superior scenery for the majority of the transatlantic flight. While takeoff favors the left, the landing approach into Oslo provides more dramatic and visually distinctive fjord geography on the right, and the mid-Atlantic crossing offers better views of Greenland's ice sheet and coastal features on the right side during the northernmost portion of the flight path.
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Flight Path
Montreal to Oslo is 3,405 miles (5,480 km), a flight of about 7 hours 15 minutes.
Greenland's eastern ice sheet and coastal fjords (visible during the northernmost portion of the flight path at cruise altitude), the North Atlantic's open ocean, Iceland's southern coast (occasionally visible depending on exact routing), Norwegian Sea, and the Scandinavian mountain spine as the aircraft approaches continental Europe
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from YHU
LEFTLeft side captures the St. Lawrence River valley and the Laurentian Mountains as the aircraft climbs northeastward out of Montreal. The river's distinctive meanders and the forested ridge line of the Laurentians are prominent during the initial climb phase.
Landing at OSL
RIGHTRight side provides views of the Oslo Fjord's complex inlet system and the Oslomark forest region during descent. The fjord's branching waterways and the surrounding forested terrain are visually distinctive and directly aligned with the standard approach corridor into Oslo Gardermoen.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from St Hubert (YHU) to Oslo Gardermoen (OSL)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Montreal to Oslo. Right side offers superior scenery for the majority of the transatlantic flight. While takeoff favors the left, the landing approach into Oslo provides more dramatic and visually distinctive fjord geography on the right, and the mid-Atlantic crossing offers better views of Greenland's ice sheet and coastal features on the right side during the northernmost portion of the flight path.
What can I see during takeoff from St Hubert in Montreal?
During takeoff from St Hubert (YHU), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side captures the St. Lawrence River valley and the Laurentian Mountains as the aircraft climbs northeastward out of Montreal. The river's distinctive meanders and the forested ridge line of the Laurentians are prominent 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 Oslo Gardermoen in Oslo?
When landing at Oslo Gardermoen (OSL), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side provides views of the Oslo Fjord's complex inlet system and the Oslomark forest region during descent. The fjord's branching waterways and the surrounding forested terrain are visually distinctive and directly aligned with the standard approach corridor into Oslo Gardermoen. Notable sights include: Oslo Fjord (Bunnefjorden and Oslofjorden branches), Oslomark forest plateau, Oslo city center, Nesodden Peninsula.
How long is the flight from Montreal to Oslo?
The flight from St Hubert (YHU) to Oslo Gardermoen (OSL) takes about 7 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 3,405 miles (5,480 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Montreal to Oslo flight path pass over?
Greenland's eastern ice sheet and coastal fjords (visible during the northernmost portion of the flight path at cruise altitude), the North Atlantic's open ocean, Iceland's southern coast (occasionally visible depending on exact routing), Norwegian Sea, and the Scandinavian mountain spine as the aircraft approaches continental Europe