The left side wins both ends of the flight: a scenic Montreal river-and-skyline departure and a dramatic Vesuvius-and-bay approach into Naples, while the right side spends most of the flight over open ocean and featureless terrain.
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Flight Path
Montreal to Naples is 4,215 miles (6,783 km), a flight of about 7 hours 45 minutes.
Newfoundland coastline, North Atlantic Ocean crossing, southern Ireland coast, and a crossing of the western Alps before descending into the Bay of Naples
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from YUL
LEFTDeparting YUL on runway 24 with the typical left turn toward the northeast (the great-circle path to Europe), passengers on the left get a sweeping view back over the St. Lawrence River, downtown Montreal, and Mount Royal before the aircraft climbs away from the city. The right side mostly shows flat suburban terrain south of the airport.
Landing at NAP
LEFTOn approach to NAP using runway 24 (common with onshore winds), the flight path curves in from the northeast, putting Mount Vesuvius and the sweep of the Bay of Naples on the left side of the aircraft during the final descent. The right side mainly faces open water and the Campanian hills with fewer defined landmarks.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Montreal International Dorval (YUL) to Capodichino (NAP)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Montreal to Naples. The left side wins both ends of the flight: a scenic Montreal river-and-skyline departure and a dramatic Vesuvius-and-bay approach into Naples, while the right side spends most of the flight over open ocean and featureless terrain.
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 on runway 24 with the typical left turn toward the northeast (the great-circle path to Europe), passengers on the left get a sweeping view back over the St. Lawrence River, downtown Montreal, and Mount Royal before the aircraft climbs away from the city. The right side mostly shows flat suburban terrain south of the airport. Notable sights include: St. Lawrence River, Mount Royal, downtown Montreal skyline, Laurentian foothills to the north.
What can I see when landing at Capodichino in Naples?
When landing at Capodichino (NAP), sit on the Left side for the best views. On approach to NAP using runway 24 (common with onshore winds), the flight path curves in from the northeast, putting Mount Vesuvius and the sweep of the Bay of Naples on the left side of the aircraft during the final descent. The right side mainly faces open water and the Campanian hills with fewer defined landmarks. Notable sights include: Mount Vesuvius, Bay of Naples, city of Naples waterfront, Sorrento peninsula in the distance.
How long is the flight from Montreal to Naples?
The flight from Montreal International Dorval (YUL) to Capodichino (NAP) takes about 7 hours 45 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 4,215 miles (6,783 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Montreal to Naples flight path pass over?
Newfoundland coastline, North Atlantic Ocean crossing, southern Ireland coast, and a crossing of the western Alps before descending into the Bay of Naples