At Saint John in St. John: for takeoff, sit on the Right side; for landing, sit on the Left side. Notable views include: Bay of Fundy (north and east), Saint John River estuary, Reversing Falls Rapids area, Partridge Island lighthouse.

When taking off from Saint John (YSJ), sit on the Right side for the best views. Saint John Airport (YSJ) primarily uses Runway 06/24, with most departures heading northeast on Runway 06. The right side offers views of the Bay of Fundy's northern reaches and the Saint John River estuary as you climb out. You'll see the city's harbor infrastructure and the dramatic tidal landscape that defines this region. Notable sights include: Bay of Fundy (north and east), Saint John River estuary, Reversing Falls Rapids area, Partridge Island lighthouse.

When landing at Saint John (YSJ), sit on the Left side for the best views. Saint John Airport (YSJ) typically uses Runway 06/24, with most approaches from the southwest. A left-side seat on final approach captures the Bay of Fundy's dramatic tidal landscape, the city's harbor infrastructure, and the Reversing Falls Rapids—a unique geographic feature where tidal forces reverse river flow. Notable sights include: Bay of Fundy (world's highest tides), Saint John Harbor with container terminals, Reversing Falls Rapids where the Saint John River meets the bay, Partridge Island lighthouse.

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