At Downsview in Toronto: for takeoff, sit on the Left side; for landing, sit on the Left side. Notable views include: Lake Ontario (southern horizon), Toronto Islands, Scarborough Bluffs, Don River valley.

When taking off from Downsview (YZD), sit on the Left side for the best views. Downsview typically departs northbound on Runway 33, which means you'll climb out over the northern GTA. The left side gives you views of Lake Ontario's western basin, the Scarborough Bluffs, and the Toronto waterfront as you bank and climb. The right side faces inland toward the suburban sprawl of North York and Vaughan—less visually distinctive. Notable sights include: Lake Ontario (southern horizon), Toronto Islands, Scarborough Bluffs, Don River valley.

When landing at Downsview (YZD), sit on the Left side for the best views. Downsview's primary runways (15L/33R and 15R/33L) typically use northbound approaches, which means landing aircraft descend from the south. The left side offers views of Lake Ontario and the Toronto waterfront during final approach, while the right side faces inland residential areas. Lake Ontario provides the most distinctive visual reference during descent. Notable sights include: Lake Ontario (south and southeast), Toronto Islands, Scarborough Bluffs (distant, southeast horizon), Don River valley.

The best window seat at Downsview (YZD) depends on several factors: the typical runway used for your departure or arrival, the geographic features around Toronto (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening flights often offer the best lighting for scenic views.