About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Montreal International Dorval (YUL) to City Centre (YTZ)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Montreal to Toronto. Right-side seats offer superior views for the majority of the flight. Takeoff provides excellent views of Montreal and the St. Lawrence River, and the right side captures the flight path as it travels southwest across southern Quebec and into Ontario, with views of the landscape and terrain changes along the route.
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. Right-side seats capture the St. Lawrence River and the city of Montreal spreading eastward during the initial climb. Dorval typically departs to the east or northeast, and right-side views show the river's distinctive curves and the urban sprawl of the Greater Montreal area receding below. Notable sights include: St. Lawrence River (flowing southeast), Montreal city center and downtown core, Île Sainte-Hélène and Île Notre-Dame in the river, Mount Royal (visible as a wooded rise within the city grid).
What can I see when landing at City Centre in Toronto?
When landing at City Centre (YTZ), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide the best views during approach to Toronto City Centre. The airport sits on the Toronto Islands, and left-side views during descent show Lake Ontario, the Toronto waterfront, and the city skyline approaching from the south or southeast depending on runway direction. Notable sights include: Lake Ontario (vast water body to the south), Toronto Islands (thin strip of land separating the lake from the harbor), Toronto downtown skyline and CN Tower, Toronto Harbor and inner bay.
How long is the flight from Montreal to Toronto?
The flight from Montreal International Dorval (YUL) to City Centre (YTZ) takes Approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.
What does the Montreal to Toronto flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the St. Lawrence River valley, then passes over the agricultural and forested regions of southern Quebec. Notable features include the Laurentian Shield's southern edge (visible as a subtle change in terrain texture), various lakes and rivers scattered across the landscape, and the transition from Quebec's terrain into Ontario's landscape. The route generally follows a southwest heading, passing east of Lake Simcoe before descending toward Toronto. On clear days, the Great Lakes region's topography becomes increasingly visible as the aircraft approaches Ontario.