About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Greater Moncton International (YQM) to City Centre (YTZ)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Moncton to Toronto. While right seats dominate the departure, left seats provide superior views for the longer portion of the flight and the more dramatic landing sequence over Lake Ontario and Toronto's waterfront. The landing approach is more visually rewarding than the initial climb-out.
What can I see during takeoff from Greater Moncton International in Moncton?
During takeoff from Greater Moncton International (YQM), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats capture the Northumberland Strait and Prince Edward Island immediately after departure. Moncton typically departs eastbound (Runway 11) or westbound (Runway 29), but eastbound departures are more common for Toronto routing. From the right side, you'll see the strait's distinctive water patterns and PEI's red soil coastline as you climb out over the Maritime landscape. Notable sights include: Northumberland Strait, Prince Edward Island (red-soil coastline), Moncton urban area, Bay of Fundy (distant).
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 offer the best approach views into Toronto. Typical landing runways are 24L/24R (westbound) or 06L/06R (eastbound). For the common westbound approach, left seats provide excellent views of Lake Ontario's northern shoreline, the Toronto Islands, and downtown Toronto's skyline as you descend over the water toward City Centre Airport. Notable sights include: Lake Ontario, Toronto Islands (Centre Island, Ward's Island), Toronto downtown skyline, Scarborough Bluffs (eastern shore).
How long is the flight from Moncton to Toronto?
The flight from Greater Moncton International (YQM) to City Centre (YTZ) takes Approximately 2 hours 15 minutes.
What does the Moncton to Toronto flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Maritime provinces (Nova Scotia and New Brunswick coastlines visible), then transitions over the interior of Quebec and Ontario. Notable midpoint features include the Bay of Fundy (visible from departure), the Appalachian highlands of Nova Scotia and New Brunswick (visible as terrain elevation changes), and the transition into the flatter Ontario landscape. The St. Lawrence River valley becomes visible in the latter portion of cruise. Lake Ontario appears on the horizon approximately 30 minutes before landing.