The right side edges ahead thanks to the clear Toronto skyline and Lake Ontario view during departure, a stronger single scenic moment than the more subtle Pennine hills seen on landing from the left; both sides otherwise share the same featureless five-hour Atlantic crossing.
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Flight Path
Toronto to Manchester is 3,425 miles (5,511 km), a flight of about 6 hours 50 minutes.
Labrador coastline, Labrador Sea, southern tip of Greenland's icecap, North Atlantic Ocean, west coast of Ireland
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from YYZ
RIGHTDeparting YYZ on runway 05 toward the northeast, the climb-out banks the right side of the aircraft toward downtown Toronto's skyline and the shoreline of Lake Ontario, giving a brief but distinct urban and water view before the route turns north over rural Ontario.
Landing at MAN
LEFTOn approach to Manchester's runway 23L from the northeast, the left side of the aircraft faces east toward the Pennine hills and the edge of the Peak District, offering a rolling green terrain contrast before the flat Cheshire plain and Manchester's urban sprawl come into view under the nose.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Lester B Pearson International (YYZ) to Manchester (MAN)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Toronto to Manchester. The right side edges ahead thanks to the clear Toronto skyline and Lake Ontario view during departure, a stronger single scenic moment than the more subtle Pennine hills seen on landing from the left; both sides otherwise share the same featureless five-hour Atlantic crossing.
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 runway 05 toward the northeast, the climb-out banks the right side of the aircraft toward downtown Toronto's skyline and the shoreline of Lake Ontario, giving a brief but distinct urban and water view before the route turns north over rural Ontario. Notable sights include: Toronto downtown skyline (CN Tower), Lake Ontario shoreline, Toronto Islands.
What can I see when landing at Manchester in Manchester?
When landing at Manchester (MAN), sit on the Left side for the best views. On approach to Manchester's runway 23L from the northeast, the left side of the aircraft faces east toward the Pennine hills and the edge of the Peak District, offering a rolling green terrain contrast before the flat Cheshire plain and Manchester's urban sprawl come into view under the nose. Notable sights include: Pennine hills, Peak District edge, Manchester city center, Cheshire plain farmland.
How long is the flight from Toronto to Manchester?
The flight from Lester B Pearson International (YYZ) to Manchester (MAN) takes about 6 hours 50 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 3,425 miles (5,511 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Toronto to Manchester flight path pass over?
Labrador coastline, Labrador Sea, southern tip of Greenland's icecap, North Atlantic Ocean, west coast of Ireland