Montreal to London flight pathYULLHR

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Flight time6h 35m
Distance3,240
Heading055° → 113°
Best side
Left
★ 3.5 left·★ 2.0 right

The left side wins on both ends: Montreal's river and skyline at departure, then the Thames Valley patchwork on arrival into Heathrow. The right side spends most of the flight over featureless open ocean with no comparable terrain interest.

Takeoff · YULLEFTSt. Lawrence River, Montreal skyline, Mont Royal
Landing · LHRLEFTRiver Thames bends, Staines reservoirs, London suburban sprawl

Flight Path

Flight path overview

The route crosses Newfoundland's coastline before a long transatlantic segment over open ocean, with no land visible for several hours until the coast of Ireland or southwest England comes into view.

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Phase by phase

Aerial window seat view during takeoff from Montreal (left side) — St. Lawrence River, Montreal skyline, Mont Royal, Jacques Cartier Bridge

Takeoff from YUL

LEFT

Departing YUL eastbound, the left side gets views of the St. Lawrence River and Montreal's skyline including Mont Royal as the aircraft climbs out over the south shore. The river's islands and bridges are clearly visible before the plane turns toward the Atlantic.

St. Lawrence RiverMontreal skylineMont RoyalJacques Cartier Bridge
Aerial window seat view during landing at London (left side) — River Thames bends, Staines reservoirs, London suburban sprawl, M25 motorway corridor

Landing at LHR

LEFT

On approach to LHR from the west, the left side offers views over the Thames Valley and the outer suburbs of London, with the river's distinctive bends visible before touchdown. Reservoirs near Staines and the green belt patchwork add visual interest lacking on the opposite side.

River Thames bendsStaines reservoirsLondon suburban sprawlM25 motorway corridor

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About This Route

Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Montreal International Dorval (YUL) to Heathrow (LHR)?

Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Montreal to London. The left side wins on both ends: Montreal's river and skyline at departure, then the Thames Valley patchwork on arrival into Heathrow. The right side spends most of the flight over featureless open ocean with no comparable terrain interest.

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. Departing YUL eastbound, the left side gets views of the St. Lawrence River and Montreal's skyline including Mont Royal as the aircraft climbs out over the south shore. The river's islands and bridges are clearly visible before the plane turns toward the Atlantic. Notable sights include: St. Lawrence River, Montreal skyline, Mont Royal, Jacques Cartier Bridge.

What can I see when landing at Heathrow in London?

When landing at Heathrow (LHR), sit on the Left side for the best views. On approach to LHR from the west, the left side offers views over the Thames Valley and the outer suburbs of London, with the river's distinctive bends visible before touchdown. Reservoirs near Staines and the green belt patchwork add visual interest lacking on the opposite side. Notable sights include: River Thames bends, Staines reservoirs, London suburban sprawl, M25 motorway corridor.

How long is the flight from Montreal to London?

The flight from Montreal International Dorval (YUL) to Heathrow (LHR) takes 6h 35m.

What does the Montreal to London flight path pass over?

The route crosses Newfoundland's coastline before a long transatlantic segment over open ocean, with no land visible for several hours until the coast of Ireland or southwest England comes into view.