While takeoff favors the right, landing views from the left are significantly more dramatic and geographically distinctive. The Yamuna River and Aravalli Hills provide clear visual anchors that the right side lacks. For a long 14+ hour flight, the landing experience carries more weight in seat selection.
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Flight Path
Montreal to Delhi is 7,004 miles (11,272 km), a flight of about 15 hours.
The flight path crosses the Atlantic (Newfoundland coast visible on departure, Azores region at mid-Atlantic), then proceeds over Europe (southern UK, France, and Mediterranean visible depending on altitude and time of day), crosses the Mediterranean Sea, then over North Africa (Algeria/Tunisia), the Middle East (Egypt, Red Sea, Arabian Peninsula), and finally the Arabian Sea before reaching India. The Himalayas are not visible on this route as Delhi lies south of the range. Most dramatic midpoint views occur over the Mediterranean and Red Sea regions if flying at optimal altitude during daylight hours.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from YUL
RIGHTMontreal typically departs eastbound (runways 06L/06R or 24L/24R depending on wind). Right-side seats offer views of the St. Lawrence River and the Laurentian Mountains to the north as you climb out. Left seats face inland toward less dramatic terrain.
Landing at DEL
LEFTDelhi typically lands on runways 09L/09R (westbound) or 27L/27R (eastbound). Left-side seats during approach offer views of the Yamuna River, New Delhi's grid layout, and the Aravalli Hills to the south. Right seats face the flat Indo-Gangetic Plain with fewer distinctive features.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Montreal International Dorval (YUL) to Indira Gandhi International (DEL)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Montreal to Delhi. While takeoff favors the right, landing views from the left are significantly more dramatic and geographically distinctive. The Yamuna River and Aravalli Hills provide clear visual anchors that the right side lacks. For a long 14+ hour flight, the landing experience carries more weight in seat selection.
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. Montreal typically departs eastbound (runways 06L/06R or 24L/24R depending on wind). Right-side seats offer views of the St. Lawrence River and the Laurentian Mountains to the north as you climb out. Left seats face inland toward less dramatic terrain. Notable sights include: St. Lawrence River (immediate foreground), Laurentian Mountains (north, receding to horizon), Montreal urban sprawl (south and west), Île Perrot and western Montreal islands (visible below during initial climb).
What can I see when landing at Indira Gandhi International in Delhi?
When landing at Indira Gandhi International (DEL), sit on the Left side for the best views. Delhi typically lands on runways 09L/09R (westbound) or 27L/27R (eastbound). Left-side seats during approach offer views of the Yamuna River, New Delhi's grid layout, and the Aravalli Hills to the south. Right seats face the flat Indo-Gangetic Plain with fewer distinctive features. Notable sights include: Yamuna River (winding through the city), Aravalli Hills (south, low and distant), New Delhi's geometric street grid (central), Indira Gandhi International Airport complex (final approach).
How long is the flight from Montreal to Delhi?
The flight from Montreal International Dorval (YUL) to Indira Gandhi International (DEL) takes about 15 hours. The shortest flight path between them is 7,004 miles (11,272 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Montreal to Delhi flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Atlantic (Newfoundland coast visible on departure, Azores region at mid-Atlantic), then proceeds over Europe (southern UK, France, and Mediterranean visible depending on altitude and time of day), crosses the Mediterranean Sea, then over North Africa (Algeria/Tunisia), the Middle East (Egypt, Red Sea, Arabian Peninsula), and finally the Arabian Sea before reaching India. The Himalayas are not visible on this route as Delhi lies south of the range. Most dramatic midpoint views occur over the Mediterranean and Red Sea regions if flying at optimal altitude during daylight hours.