The left side wins both ends of the flight: a clear departure view of Montreal's skyline and river, and an iconic descent over Venice's lagoon and historic canals, while the right side offers flatter, less distinctive scenery at both airports and the same open-ocean cruise as the left.
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Flight Path
Montreal to Venice is 3,951 miles (6,358 km), a flight of about 7 hours 45 minutes.
Gulf of St. Lawrence and Newfoundland coastline shortly after departure, followed by several hours over the open North Atlantic before landfall near Ireland or the UK, then a crossing of continental Europe toward the Alps and the Po Valley approaching Italy
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from YUL
LEFTDeparting YUL on runway 24 toward the southwest, the standard eastbound departure turns the aircraft back toward Montreal before heading out over the Gulf of St. Lawrence, putting the city skyline, Mount Royal, and the St. Lawrence River on the left side. The right side mostly shows the flat South Shore suburbs and farmland.
Landing at VCE
LEFTOn the typical approach to VCE runway 22 from the northeast, the aircraft tracks southwest with Venice's historic island city and lagoon falling slightly left of the flight path during the final descent. Passengers on the left get a clear view of the canals, Murano and Burano, and the barrier islands separating the lagoon from the Adriatic.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Montreal International Dorval (YUL) to Venezia Tessera (VCE)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Montreal to Venice. The left side wins both ends of the flight: a clear departure view of Montreal's skyline and river, and an iconic descent over Venice's lagoon and historic canals, while the right side offers flatter, less distinctive scenery at both airports and the same open-ocean cruise as the left.
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 toward the southwest, the standard eastbound departure turns the aircraft back toward Montreal before heading out over the Gulf of St. Lawrence, putting the city skyline, Mount Royal, and the St. Lawrence River on the left side. The right side mostly shows the flat South Shore suburbs and farmland. Notable sights include: Montreal skyline, Mount Royal, St. Lawrence River, Lake Saint-Louis.
What can I see when landing at Venezia Tessera in Venice?
When landing at Venezia Tessera (VCE), sit on the Left side for the best views. On the typical approach to VCE runway 22 from the northeast, the aircraft tracks southwest with Venice's historic island city and lagoon falling slightly left of the flight path during the final descent. Passengers on the left get a clear view of the canals, Murano and Burano, and the barrier islands separating the lagoon from the Adriatic. Notable sights include: Venice historic center and canals, Venetian Lagoon, Murano and Burano islands, Adriatic barrier islands (Lido).
How long is the flight from Montreal to Venice?
The flight from Montreal International Dorval (YUL) to Venezia Tessera (VCE) takes about 7 hours 45 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 3,951 miles (6,358 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Montreal to Venice flight path pass over?
Gulf of St. Lawrence and Newfoundland coastline shortly after departure, followed by several hours over the open North Atlantic before landfall near Ireland or the UK, then a crossing of continental Europe toward the Alps and the Po Valley approaching Italy