While takeoff offers river and mountain views from the left, the landing approach into Florence from the right provides more visually distinctive scenery—the Arno River valley, Tuscan hills, and the city itself are more dramatic and memorable than Montreal's departure.
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Flight Path
Montreal to Firenze is 3,969 miles (6,388 km), a flight of about 7 hours 15 minutes.
The flight crosses the Atlantic Ocean for approximately 4 hours with no visible landmarks. Over the eastern Atlantic (west of Ireland), the Azores may be visible far to the south depending on exact routing. Approaching Europe, the Irish coast and Celtic Sea are visible, followed by the UK and English Channel. The flight then crosses France, with views of the Loire Valley, central French plateaus, and the Alps forming the southern horizon before descending into Italy. The Alps are the most dramatic midpoint feature, visible as a snow-capped ridge (depending on season) along the northern Italian border.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from YUL
LEFTLeft side offers views of the St. Lawrence River valley and the Laurentian Mountains as the aircraft climbs northeastward out of Montreal. Right side faces inland toward less dramatic terrain.
Landing at FLR
RIGHTRight side provides views of the Arno River valley, the Tuscan hills, and the approach into Florence from the west. The aircraft descends over the characteristic rolling landscape of central Tuscany before turning toward Peretola Airport.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Montreal International Dorval (YUL) to Peretola (FLR)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Montreal to Firenze. While takeoff offers river and mountain views from the left, the landing approach into Florence from the right provides more visually distinctive scenery—the Arno River valley, Tuscan hills, and the city itself are more dramatic and memorable than Montreal's departure.
What can I see during takeoff from Montreal International Dorval in Montreal?
During takeoff from Montreal International Dorval (YUL), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side offers views of the St. Lawrence River valley and the Laurentian Mountains as the aircraft climbs northeastward out of Montreal. Right side faces inland toward less dramatic terrain. Notable sights include: St. Lawrence River (flowing southeast below), Laurentian Mountains (northern horizon), Montreal urban sprawl (receding behind), Île Perrot (visible in river to the west).
What can I see when landing at Peretola in Firenze?
When landing at Peretola (FLR), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side provides views of the Arno River valley, the Tuscan hills, and the approach into Florence from the west. The aircraft descends over the characteristic rolling landscape of central Tuscany before turning toward Peretola Airport. Notable sights include: Arno River (winding through the valley), Tuscan hills and cypress-dotted ridgelines (surrounding terrain), Florence city center with the Duomo visible (urban cluster ahead), Apennine Mountains (distant southern horizon).
How long is the flight from Montreal to Firenze?
The flight from Montreal International Dorval (YUL) to Peretola (FLR) takes about 7 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 3,969 miles (6,388 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Montreal to Firenze flight path pass over?
The flight crosses the Atlantic Ocean for approximately 4 hours with no visible landmarks. Over the eastern Atlantic (west of Ireland), the Azores may be visible far to the south depending on exact routing. Approaching Europe, the Irish coast and Celtic Sea are visible, followed by the UK and English Channel. The flight then crosses France, with views of the Loire Valley, central French plateaus, and the Alps forming the southern horizon before descending into Italy. The Alps are the most dramatic midpoint feature, visible as a snow-capped ridge (depending on season) along the northern Italian border.