The right side captures the Gulf Islands, Strait of Georgia, and distant Olympic Mountains during both takeoff and landing, while the left side is dominated by flat delta land and open water with little variety.
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Flight Path
Vancouver to Victoria is 39 miles (63 km), a flight of about 25 minutes.
Strait of Georgia, Gulf Islands (Salt Spring, Galiano), and the northern Saanich Peninsula
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from YVR
RIGHTDeparting YVR to the west before banking south, the right side offers views over the Strait of Georgia toward the Gulf Islands and, on clear days, the Olympic Mountains rising on the horizon. The left side mostly shows the flat Fraser Delta and suburban Richmond.
Landing at YYJ
RIGHTOn approach into YYJ from the east, the right side gives a good look at the Saanich Peninsula's patchwork farmland and coastline along Haro Strait, with the San Juan Islands visible beyond. The left side mainly faces open water with fewer features.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Vancouver International (YVR) to Victoria International (YYJ)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Vancouver to Victoria. The right side captures the Gulf Islands, Strait of Georgia, and distant Olympic Mountains during both takeoff and landing, while the left side is dominated by flat delta land and open water with little variety.
What can I see during takeoff from Vancouver International in Vancouver?
During takeoff from Vancouver International (YVR), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing YVR to the west before banking south, the right side offers views over the Strait of Georgia toward the Gulf Islands and, on clear days, the Olympic Mountains rising on the horizon. The left side mostly shows the flat Fraser Delta and suburban Richmond. Notable sights include: Strait of Georgia, Gulf Islands, Olympic Mountains (distant), Richmond delta below.
What can I see when landing at Victoria International in Victoria?
When landing at Victoria International (YYJ), sit on the Right side for the best views. On approach into YYJ from the east, the right side gives a good look at the Saanich Peninsula's patchwork farmland and coastline along Haro Strait, with the San Juan Islands visible beyond. The left side mainly faces open water with fewer features. Notable sights include: Saanich Peninsula, Haro Strait, San Juan Islands, Victoria's outer harbor in the distance.
How long is the flight from Vancouver to Victoria?
The flight from Vancouver International (YVR) to Victoria International (YYJ) takes about 25 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 39 miles (63 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Vancouver to Victoria flight path pass over?
Strait of Georgia, Gulf Islands (Salt Spring, Galiano), and the northern Saanich Peninsula