Montreal to Fredericton is 349 miles (562 km), a flight of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
The right side captures the most dramatic and continuous scenic features: the Saint Lawrence River and Laurentian Mountains on departure, followed by the Saint John River valley on approach. This provides the most visually engaging window experience for the entire flight.
Flight Path
The flight path crosses the Appalachian foothills and the transition zone between the Saint Lawrence lowlands and the Maritime provinces. Notable features include the Saint Lawrence River valley, the Quebec-New Brunswick border region, and the Saint John River drainage basin. The terrain gradually transitions from the Laurentian Mountains in the west to the lower, forested Acadian Peninsula in the east. No major mountain ranges dominate the midpoint, but continuous forest cover and river valleys characterize the landscape throughout.
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from YUL
RIGHTDeparting eastbound from YUL, the right side offers views of the Saint Lawrence River and the Laurentian Mountains as the aircraft climbs. The left side faces inland toward less distinctive terrain.
Landing at YFC
LEFTApproaching YFC from the west, the left side provides views of the Saint John River valley and the Acadian Peninsula's rolling terrain. The descent path aligns well with the river corridor, offering continuous water and landscape features.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Montreal International Dorval (YUL) to Fredericton (YFC)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Montreal to Fredericton. The right side captures the most dramatic and continuous scenic features: the Saint Lawrence River and Laurentian Mountains on departure, followed by the Saint John River valley on approach. This provides the most visually engaging window experience for the entire flight.
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. Departing eastbound from YUL, the right side offers views of the Saint Lawrence River and the Laurentian Mountains as the aircraft climbs. The left side faces inland toward less distinctive terrain. Notable sights include: Saint Lawrence River, Laurentian Mountains (Laurentides), Montreal urban sprawl, Île Perrot.
What can I see when landing at Fredericton in Fredericton?
When landing at Fredericton (YFC), sit on the Left side for the best views. Approaching YFC from the west, the left side provides views of the Saint John River valley and the Acadian Peninsula's rolling terrain. The descent path aligns well with the river corridor, offering continuous water and landscape features. Notable sights include: Saint John River, Acadian Peninsula forested terrain, Fredericton urban area, river meanders.
How long is the flight from Montreal to Fredericton?
The flight from Montreal International Dorval (YUL) to Fredericton (YFC) takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 349 miles (562 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Montreal to Fredericton flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Appalachian foothills and the transition zone between the Saint Lawrence lowlands and the Maritime provinces. Notable features include the Saint Lawrence River valley, the Quebec-New Brunswick border region, and the Saint John River drainage basin. The terrain gradually transitions from the Laurentian Mountains in the west to the lower, forested Acadian Peninsula in the east. No major mountain ranges dominate the midpoint, but continuous forest cover and river valleys characterize the landscape throughout.