At Ottawa / Rockcliffe Airport in Ottawa: for takeoff, sit on the Left side; for landing, sit on the Left side. Notable views include: Ottawa River, Parliament Hill and downtown Ottawa skyline, Gatineau Hills, Rideau Canal.

When taking off from Ottawa / Rockcliffe Airport (YRO), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats offer views of the Ottawa River and Parliament Hill as you climb out, plus the Gatineau Hills across the river. Right side faces mostly suburban sprawl and less distinctive terrain during the initial climb. Notable sights include: Ottawa River, Parliament Hill and downtown Ottawa skyline, Gatineau Hills, Rideau Canal.

When landing at Ottawa / Rockcliffe Airport (YRO), sit on the Left side for the best views. Approaching Rockcliffe from the typical easterly direction, the left side offers views of the Ottawa River and downtown Ottawa's skyline. The right side faces the suburban areas and lacks the distinctive urban and water features that make the approach visually interesting. Notable sights include: Ottawa River, Parliament Hill area, downtown Ottawa skyline, Gatineau Hills across the river in Quebec.

The best window seat at Ottawa / Rockcliffe Airport (YRO) depends on several factors: the typical runway used for your departure or arrival, the geographic features around Ottawa (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening flights often offer the best lighting for scenic views.