About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Montreal International Dorval (YUL) to Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International (FLL)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Montreal to Fort Lauderdale. While takeoff favors the right side, the landing approach on the left provides more dramatic and extended views of Florida's coastal geography, Port Everglades, and the Atlantic. The landing experience outweighs the shorter 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. Right-side seats capture the St. Lawrence River and the city of Montreal spreading eastward during the typical westbound departure climb. You'll see the river's distinctive curves and the urban sprawl of the greater Montreal area receding beneath you. Notable sights include: St. Lawrence River (flowing northeast), Montreal city center and suburbs, Laurentian Mountains (distant northern horizon), Jacques Cartier Bridge crossing the river.
What can I see when landing at Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International in Fort Lauderdale?
When landing at Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International (FLL), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats offer the best views during descent into FLL. You'll see the Atlantic coast, Port Everglades, and the distinctive geometry of Fort Lauderdale's beach and inland waterways as you approach from the north. Notable sights include: Atlantic Ocean and Florida coastline, Port Everglades shipping channel, Fort Lauderdale Beach and the Intracoastal Waterway, Miami-Dade and Broward County urban sprawl.
How long is the flight from Montreal to Fort Lauderdale?
The flight from Montreal International Dorval (YUL) to Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International (FLL) takes Approximately 3 hours 45 minutes.
What does the Montreal to Fort Lauderdale flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Appalachian foothills of Pennsylvania and West Virginia (visible as rolling terrain with river valleys), then transitions over the Carolinas where you may see the Atlantic coastal plain. The Outer Banks of North Carolina are sometimes visible on the right side during cruise. As you approach Florida, the landscape flattens dramatically and transitions to the subtropical terrain of central and southern Florida with its characteristic lakes, swamps, and linear development patterns.