The right side delivers the more varied and dramatic full-flight experience: a scenic Toronto lakefront departure, glimpses of Greenland's fjorded coast and possibly the Alps or Turkish highlands during cruise, and a coastal Abu Dhabi arrival with mosque and skyline views, compared to the mostly flat interior views on the left.
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Flight Path
Toronto to Abu Dhabi is 6,911 miles (11,122 km), a flight of about 12 hours 55 minutes.
Southern Greenland's fjord-cut coastline and ice fields, followed later by the Alps or Anatolian plateau and the Black Sea coast as the route curves southeast toward the Middle East
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from YYZ
RIGHTEastbound departures off YYZ typically climb out over Lake Ontario, giving right-side passengers a sweeping view of downtown Toronto's skyline, the CN Tower, and the lake's shoreline before the aircraft turns onto its northeasterly track. The left side mostly shows flat suburban sprawl and farmland.
Landing at AUH
RIGHTArrivals into AUH commonly approach from the north over the Persian Gulf, and right-side seats catch the turquoise Gulf waters, offshore islands like Yas Island, and Abu Dhabi's coastal skyline including the Emirates Palace and Corniche as the aircraft banks toward the runway. The left side mainly faces open desert with less visual interest.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Lester B Pearson International (YYZ) to Abu Dhabi International (AUH)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Toronto to Abu Dhabi. The right side delivers the more varied and dramatic full-flight experience: a scenic Toronto lakefront departure, glimpses of Greenland's fjorded coast and possibly the Alps or Turkish highlands during cruise, and a coastal Abu Dhabi arrival with mosque and skyline views, compared to the mostly flat interior views on the left.
What can I see during takeoff from Lester B Pearson International in Toronto?
During takeoff from Lester B Pearson International (YYZ), sit on the Right side for the best views. Eastbound departures off YYZ typically climb out over Lake Ontario, giving right-side passengers a sweeping view of downtown Toronto's skyline, the CN Tower, and the lake's shoreline before the aircraft turns onto its northeasterly track. The left side mostly shows flat suburban sprawl and farmland. Notable sights include: Downtown Toronto skyline, CN Tower, Lake Ontario shoreline, Toronto Islands.
What can I see when landing at Abu Dhabi International in Abu Dhabi?
When landing at Abu Dhabi International (AUH), sit on the Right side for the best views. Arrivals into AUH commonly approach from the north over the Persian Gulf, and right-side seats catch the turquoise Gulf waters, offshore islands like Yas Island, and Abu Dhabi's coastal skyline including the Emirates Palace and Corniche as the aircraft banks toward the runway. The left side mainly faces open desert with less visual interest. Notable sights include: Persian Gulf coastline, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi Corniche skyline, Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque.
How long is the flight from Toronto to Abu Dhabi?
The flight from Lester B Pearson International (YYZ) to Abu Dhabi International (AUH) takes about 12 hours 55 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 6,911 miles (11,122 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Toronto to Abu Dhabi flight path pass over?
Southern Greenland's fjord-cut coastline and ice fields, followed later by the Alps or Anatolian plateau and the Black Sea coast as the route curves southeast toward the Middle East