The landing approach offers more dramatic and distinctive scenery with the St. Marys River and Sault Ste. Marie's industrial waterfront. The takeoff over Lake Ontario is pleasant but relatively uniform; the landing descent provides better visual interest and geographic definition.
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Flight Path
Toronto to Sault Sainte Marie is 307 miles (494 km), a flight of about 50 minutes.
Georgian Bay's eastern shoreline, Muskoka region lakes and Canadian Shield terrain, transition from agricultural southern Ontario to boreal forest, Algonquin Park area (distant, north of direct flight path), numerous small lakes characteristic of the Precambrian Shield
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Takeoff from YYZ
LEFTLeft side offers views of Lake Ontario's northern shoreline and the Greater Toronto Area's urban sprawl receding eastward. You'll see the lake's expanse and the Scarborough Bluffs if climbing out over the water.
Landing at YAM
RIGHTRight side provides views of the St. Marys River and the Sault Ste. Marie urban area as you descend into the airport. You'll see the river's distinctive curves and the industrial waterfront that defines the city.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Lester B Pearson International (YYZ) to Sault Ste Marie (YAM)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Toronto to Sault Sainte Marie. The landing approach offers more dramatic and distinctive scenery with the St. Marys River and Sault Ste. Marie's industrial waterfront. The takeoff over Lake Ontario is pleasant but relatively uniform; the landing descent provides better visual interest and geographic definition.
What can I see during takeoff from Lester B Pearson International in Toronto?
During takeoff from Lester B Pearson International (YYZ), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side offers views of Lake Ontario's northern shoreline and the Greater Toronto Area's urban sprawl receding eastward. You'll see the lake's expanse and the Scarborough Bluffs if climbing out over the water. Notable sights include: Lake Ontario, Greater Toronto Area urban grid, Scarborough Bluffs (eastern lakeshore), Don River valley.
What can I see when landing at Sault Ste Marie in Sault Sainte Marie?
When landing at Sault Ste Marie (YAM), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side provides views of the St. Marys River and the Sault Ste. Marie urban area as you descend into the airport. You'll see the river's distinctive curves and the industrial waterfront that defines the city. Notable sights include: St. Marys River, Sault Ste. Marie urban core, Lake Superior (distant), Canadian Shield forest (surrounding terrain).
How long is the flight from Toronto to Sault Sainte Marie?
The flight from Lester B Pearson International (YYZ) to Sault Ste Marie (YAM) takes about 50 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 307 miles (494 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Toronto to Sault Sainte Marie flight path pass over?
Georgian Bay's eastern shoreline, Muskoka region lakes and Canadian Shield terrain, transition from agricultural southern Ontario to boreal forest, Algonquin Park area (distant, north of direct flight path), numerous small lakes characteristic of the Precambrian Shield