The right side offers superior scenery for the majority of the flight, with the Ottawa River and Laurentian Mountains visible during takeoff, and the flight path generally maintains views of the Ontario landscape and lake approaches on descent.
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Flight Path
Montreal to Toronto is 299 miles (481 km), a flight of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
The flight path crosses the Greater Toronto Area's northern suburbs, passing over the Oak Ridges Moraine and Lake Simcoe region. The Humber River valley and Don River valley are visible on approach to Toronto. The landscape transitions from the Canadian Shield's forested terrain near Montreal to the more developed agricultural and suburban landscape of southern Ontario.
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from YMX
RIGHTRight-side seats offer views of the Ottawa River valley and the Laurentian Mountains as the aircraft climbs northwest from Mirabel. The river's meandering path and forested ridgelines are clearly visible during the initial climb phase.
Landing at YTZ
LEFTLeft-side seats provide excellent views of Lake Ontario and the Toronto waterfront during descent into City Centre Airport. The lake's expanse, the Toronto Islands, and the downtown skyline are all visible on approach from the southwest.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Montreal International Mirabel (YMX) to City Centre (YTZ)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Montreal to Toronto. The right side offers superior scenery for the majority of the flight, with the Ottawa River and Laurentian Mountains visible during takeoff, and the flight path generally maintains views of the Ontario landscape and lake approaches on descent.
What can I see during takeoff from Montreal International Mirabel in Montreal?
During takeoff from Montreal International Mirabel (YMX), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of the Ottawa River valley and the Laurentian Mountains as the aircraft climbs northwest from Mirabel. The river's meandering path and forested ridgelines are clearly visible during the initial climb phase. Notable sights include: Ottawa River, Laurentian Mountains (Gatineau Hills), Mirabel urban area, Lake of Two Mountains.
What can I see when landing at City Centre in Toronto?
When landing at City Centre (YTZ), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide excellent views of Lake Ontario and the Toronto waterfront during descent into City Centre Airport. The lake's expanse, the Toronto Islands, and the downtown skyline are all visible on approach from the southwest. Notable sights include: Lake Ontario, Toronto Islands, Toronto downtown skyline, Scarborough Bluffs.
How long is the flight from Montreal to Toronto?
The flight from Montreal International Mirabel (YMX) to City Centre (YTZ) takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 299 miles (481 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Montreal to Toronto flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Greater Toronto Area's northern suburbs, passing over the Oak Ridges Moraine and Lake Simcoe region. The Humber River valley and Don River valley are visible on approach to Toronto. The landscape transitions from the Canadian Shield's forested terrain near Montreal to the more developed agricultural and suburban landscape of southern Ontario.