Montreal to Detroit flight path: YUL to DTW

Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Montreal to Detroit. While takeoff offers good St. Lawrence views, the landing approach provides more dramatic scenery with the Detroit River, international border, and downtown skyline. Left-side seats capture the most visually distinctive portion of this short route.

During takeoff from Montreal International Dorval (YUL), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of the St. Lawrence River and Montreal's urban sprawl as the aircraft climbs southwestward. You'll see the river's distinctive curves and the city grid spreading below before heading toward Detroit. Notable sights include: St. Lawrence River, Montreal downtown core and surrounding suburbs, Île Perrot to the west.

When landing at Detroit Metro Wayne Co (DTW), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide views of the Detroit River and Windsor, Ontario as you descend toward DTW. The river's distinctive curves and the international border are clearly visible, plus you'll see downtown Detroit's skyline and the surrounding Great Lakes region. Notable sights include: Detroit River, Windsor Ontario waterfront, downtown Detroit skyline, Lake St. Clair to the east.

The flight from Montreal International Dorval (YUL) to Detroit Metro Wayne Co (DTW) takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 529 miles (851 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.

The flight path crosses southwestern Ontario, passing over farmland and small towns between the St. Lawrence and Detroit River. Lake Erie's northern shore may be visible to the south depending on exact routing. The landscape transitions from Quebec's mixed terrain to Ontario's flatter agricultural region.