At Victoria International in Victoria: for takeoff, sit on the Left side; for landing, sit on the Left side. Notable views include: Strait of Georgia, North Shore Mountains (mainland BC), San Juan Islands (Washington State), Patricia Bay to the north.

When taking off from Victoria International (YYJ), sit on the Left side for the best views. Victoria International typically departs to the north or northeast, and the left side offers views of the Strait of Georgia and the North Shore Mountains across the water. You'll see the San Juan Islands and mainland British Columbia geography that defines this region's character. Notable sights include: Strait of Georgia, North Shore Mountains (mainland BC), San Juan Islands (Washington State), Patricia Bay to the north.

When landing at Victoria International (YYJ), sit on the Left side for the best views. Victoria International's primary runway (09/27) typically handles landings from the east, meaning final approach comes from the northeast. The left side offers views of the Strait of Juan de Fuca, the San Juan Islands, and the Olympic Mountains across the water in Washington State. The right side faces the relatively featureless Vancouver Island interior. Notable sights include: Strait of Juan de Juan de Fuca, San Juan Islands (appearing as dark forested islands dotting the water), Olympic Mountains (distant snow-capped peaks on the far horizon), Esquimalt Lagoon and Victoria Harbour (closer to the airport).

The best window seat at Victoria International (YYJ) depends on several factors: the typical runway used for your departure or arrival, the geographic features around Victoria (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening flights often offer the best lighting for scenic views.