While takeoff favors right seats for the St. Lawrence River and Laurentians, the landing approach into CMN is more visually rewarding on the left, offering extended views of the Atlantic Ocean, Casablanca's port, and coastal geography. The landing experience outweighs the takeoff advantage.
Flight Path
The flight crosses the Atlantic at roughly 35,000 feet. Notable waypoints include: the Newfoundland coast (if visible during climb-out on clear days), the mid-Atlantic (featureless ocean for 4+ hours), the Azores region (occasionally visible as small islands far below if passing nearby), and the Portuguese/Spanish coast approaching European airspace. The approach to Morocco crosses the Strait of Gibraltar region (visible as the narrow gap between Spain and Morocco at altitude) before descending into the Casablanca basin. Most of the transatlantic portion offers only ocean and cloud cover.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Montreal International Dorval (YUL) to Mohammed V (CMN)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Montreal to Casablanca. While takeoff favors right seats for the St. Lawrence River and Laurentians, the landing approach into CMN is more visually rewarding on the left, offering extended views of the Atlantic Ocean, Casablanca's port, and coastal geography. The landing experience outweighs the takeoff advantage.
What can I see during takeoff from Montreal International Dorval in Montreal?
During takeoff from Montreal International Dorval (YUL), sit on the Right side for the best views. YUL typically departs eastbound on Runway 06L/06R or westbound on 24L/24R depending on wind. Eastbound departures (more common in morning/afternoon) offer right-side views of the St. Lawrence River and the Laurentian Mountains receding northward. Westbound departures favor left seats, but eastbound is statistically more frequent. Notable sights include: St. Lawrence River (flowing southeast below), Laurentian Mountains (northern horizon), Montreal urban sprawl (southern side), Île Perrot (in river, southwest).
What can I see when landing at Mohammed V in Casablanca?
When landing at Mohammed V (CMN), sit on the Left side for the best views. CMN (Mohammed V) typically uses Runway 01/19 depending on wind. Westbound approaches (Runway 01) descending from the northeast offer left-side views of the Atlantic coastal plains, the Casablanca industrial zone, and the Atlantic Ocean. Eastbound approaches (Runway 19) favor right seats but are less common. Westbound is the prevailing pattern. Notable sights include: Atlantic Ocean (western horizon), Casablanca port and industrial complex (immediate ground), Coastal plains of western Morocco (southern approach), Anfa district (urban landmarks).
How long is the flight from Montreal to Casablanca?
The flight from Montreal International Dorval (YUL) to Mohammed V (CMN) takes Approximately 7 hours 15 minutes.
What does the Montreal to Casablanca flight path pass over?
The flight crosses the Atlantic at roughly 35,000 feet. Notable waypoints include: the Newfoundland coast (if visible during climb-out on clear days), the mid-Atlantic (featureless ocean for 4+ hours), the Azores region (occasionally visible as small islands far below if passing nearby), and the Portuguese/Spanish coast approaching European airspace. The approach to Morocco crosses the Strait of Gibraltar region (visible as the narrow gap between Spain and Morocco at altitude) before descending into the Casablanca basin. Most of the transatlantic portion offers only ocean and cloud cover.