St. John's to Montreal is 989 miles (1,592 km), a flight of about 2 hours 15 minutes.
Both sides score equally for the full flight due to the short duration and relatively flat terrain between St. John's and Montreal. However, the right side edges ahead for the landing sequence: the St. Lawrence River, Montreal's urban density, and the Laurentian Mountains provide more visual variety and recognizable landmarks during descent and approach than the left side's predominantly flat agricultural landscape. The takeoff from St. John's is slightly more scenic on the left, but the landing advantage on the right makes it the overall recommendation.
Flight Path
Gaspé Peninsula and Chaleur Bay (visible on northbound routing), St. Lawrence River valley, transition from Newfoundland's rocky terrain to Quebec's agricultural plains and forested uplands
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Takeoff from YYT
LEFTSt. John's harbor and Atlantic coastline are visible immediately after departure, especially on westbound takeoffs from runway 28. The rocky Avalon Peninsula shoreline and harbor infrastructure provide brief but distinctive urban-coastal scenery during climb-out.
Landing at YHU
RIGHTApproach to St. Hubert (YHU) typically uses runway 24R/24L heading southwest into prevailing winds. Right-side passengers see the St. Lawrence River valley, Montreal's urban sprawl, and the Laurentian Mountains to the north—more varied terrain than the left side's flat agricultural plains.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from St Johns International (YYT) to St Hubert (YHU)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from St. John's to Montreal. Both sides score equally for the full flight due to the short duration and relatively flat terrain between St. John's and Montreal. However, the right side edges ahead for the landing sequence: the St. Lawrence River, Montreal's urban density, and the Laurentian Mountains provide more visual variety and recognizable landmarks during descent and approach than the left side's predominantly flat agricultural landscape. The takeoff from St. John's is slightly more scenic on the left, but the landing advantage on the right makes it the overall recommendation.
What can I see during takeoff from St Johns International in St. John's?
During takeoff from St Johns International (YYT), sit on the Left side for the best views. St. John's harbor and Atlantic coastline are visible immediately after departure, especially on westbound takeoffs from runway 28. The rocky Avalon Peninsula shoreline and harbor infrastructure provide brief but distinctive urban-coastal scenery during climb-out. Notable sights include: St. John's harbor with colored row houses, Avalon Peninsula rocky coastline, Atlantic Ocean, Signal Hill.
What can I see when landing at St Hubert in Montreal?
When landing at St Hubert (YHU), sit on the Right side for the best views. Approach to St. Hubert (YHU) typically uses runway 24R/24L heading southwest into prevailing winds. Right-side passengers see the St. Lawrence River valley, Montreal's urban sprawl, and the Laurentian Mountains to the north—more varied terrain than the left side's flat agricultural plains. Notable sights include: St. Lawrence River, Montreal metropolitan area and downtown skyline, Laurentian Mountains to the north, Île Perrot.
How long is the flight from St. John's to Montreal?
The flight from St Johns International (YYT) to St Hubert (YHU) takes about 2 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 989 miles (1,592 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the St. John's to Montreal flight path pass over?
Gaspé Peninsula and Chaleur Bay (visible on northbound routing), St. Lawrence River valley, transition from Newfoundland's rocky terrain to Quebec's agricultural plains and forested uplands