The right side wins on the strength of clear urban views during both takeoff (Toronto and Lake Ontario) and landing (Warsaw and the Vistula), while the long transatlantic cruise leg is largely open ocean regardless of side, with only occasional glimpses of Greenland or Iceland from the left.
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Flight Path
Toronto to Warsaw is 4,309 miles (6,935 km), a flight of about 8 hours 10 minutes.
The route crosses Quebec, the Labrador Sea, and passes near the southern tip of Greenland before continuing over the Norwegian Sea toward Scandinavia and the Baltic Sea approach into Poland.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from YYZ
RIGHTDeparting YYZ toward the northeast, aircraft typically bank south over Lake Ontario before turning onto the transatlantic routing, giving right-side passengers a good look at Toronto's skyline and the lake shoreline.
Landing at WAW
RIGHTArrivals into WAW from the east on runway 29 give right-side passengers a view of Warsaw's compact skyline and the wide bend of the Vistula River just before touchdown.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Lester B Pearson International (YYZ) to Okecie (WAW)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Toronto to Warsaw. The right side wins on the strength of clear urban views during both takeoff (Toronto and Lake Ontario) and landing (Warsaw and the Vistula), while the long transatlantic cruise leg is largely open ocean regardless of side, with only occasional glimpses of Greenland or Iceland from 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. Departing YYZ toward the northeast, aircraft typically bank south over Lake Ontario before turning onto the transatlantic routing, giving right-side passengers a good look at Toronto's skyline and the lake shoreline. Notable sights include: CN Tower, Toronto skyline, Lake Ontario shoreline, Toronto Islands.
What can I see when landing at Okecie in Warsaw?
When landing at Okecie (WAW), sit on the Right side for the best views. Arrivals into WAW from the east on runway 29 give right-side passengers a view of Warsaw's compact skyline and the wide bend of the Vistula River just before touchdown. Notable sights include: Vistula River, Warsaw skyline (Palace of Culture and Science), Praga district rooftops, Łazienki Park greenery.
How long is the flight from Toronto to Warsaw?
The flight from Lester B Pearson International (YYZ) to Okecie (WAW) takes about 8 hours 10 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 4,309 miles (6,935 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Toronto to Warsaw flight path pass over?
The route crosses Quebec, the Labrador Sea, and passes near the southern tip of Greenland before continuing over the Norwegian Sea toward Scandinavia and the Baltic Sea approach into Poland.