While both sides face long stretches of open Atlantic reducing their scores, the left side edges ahead thanks to glimpses of the rugged Newfoundland and Labrador coastline shortly after the Canadian mainland, plus the scenic Wicklow Mountains during the Dublin approach.
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Flight Path
Toronto to Dublin is 3,269 miles (5,261 km), a flight of about 6 hours 25 minutes.
The route crosses the Gulf of St. Lawrence, the coast of Newfoundland, and then several hours of open North Atlantic Ocean south of Greenland before making landfall on the west coast of Ireland.
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from YYZ
RIGHTDeparting YYZ on the typical northeast-bound runway (05), the aircraft's climb path puts Toronto's downtown skyline and the Lake Ontario shoreline off the right side of the aircraft, giving a brief but clear view of the CN Tower and waterfront before the route turns north over rural Ontario.
Landing at DUB
LEFTOn approach into Dublin from the Atlantic, aircraft are frequently vectored over the Irish Sea and south of the city before turning onto final for runway 28, putting the Wicklow Mountains on the left side of the cabin as the plane descends toward Dublin.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Lester B Pearson International (YYZ) to Dublin (DUB)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Toronto to Dublin. While both sides face long stretches of open Atlantic reducing their scores, the left side edges ahead thanks to glimpses of the rugged Newfoundland and Labrador coastline shortly after the Canadian mainland, plus the scenic Wicklow Mountains during the Dublin approach.
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. Departing YYZ on the typical northeast-bound runway (05), the aircraft's climb path puts Toronto's downtown skyline and the Lake Ontario shoreline off the right side of the aircraft, giving a brief but clear view of the CN Tower and waterfront before the route turns north over rural Ontario. Notable sights include: Toronto skyline (CN Tower), Lake Ontario shoreline, Toronto Islands.
What can I see when landing at Dublin in Dublin?
When landing at Dublin (DUB), sit on the Left side for the best views. On approach into Dublin from the Atlantic, aircraft are frequently vectored over the Irish Sea and south of the city before turning onto final for runway 28, putting the Wicklow Mountains on the left side of the cabin as the plane descends toward Dublin. Notable sights include: Wicklow Mountains, Dublin Bay, Dublin city outskirts.
How long is the flight from Toronto to Dublin?
The flight from Lester B Pearson International (YYZ) to Dublin (DUB) takes about 6 hours 25 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 3,269 miles (5,261 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Toronto to Dublin flight path pass over?
The route crosses the Gulf of St. Lawrence, the coast of Newfoundland, and then several hours of open North Atlantic Ocean south of Greenland before making landfall on the west coast of Ireland.