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Best window seat landing at Lester B Pearson International

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LandingLEFT

CN Tower and downtown Toronto skyline, Lake Ontario shoreline, Toronto Islands

🛬 Landing at Toronto (YYZ)

Best sideLeft
WhyOn the typical final approach to runway 24L, aircraft fly a southwest heading after coming in from the northeast, passing north of downtown Toronto. This puts the CN Tower, downtown skyline, and Lake Ontario on the left side of the aircraft during descent, while the right side faces suburban Mississauga and Brampton.
Look forCN Tower and downtown Toronto skyline, Lake Ontario shoreline, Toronto Islands, Humber River valley
Left window seat view during landing at Toronto (YYZ), CN Tower and downtown Toronto skyline, Lake Ontario shoreline, Toronto Islands, Humber River valleyLeft Side
Right window seat view during landing at Toronto (YYZ), CN Tower and downtown Toronto skyline, Lake Ontario shoreline, Toronto Islands, Humber River valleyRight Side
TorontoPhoto: Héctor Berganza

Pearson is Canada's busiest airport, with two main terminals (1 and 3) and five runways handling both domestic and international traffic. It serves as the primary hub for Air Canada, offering extensive connections across North America and to major global destinations.

⛰️ Elevation571 ft
🛫 Runways5 (05/23, 15L/33R, 06L/24R, 15R/33L, 06R/24L)
✈️ HubAir Canada, Air Canada Rouge, WestJet
📍 NearbyYTZ 12 miYHM 38 miYCM 40 miYKF 40 miIAG 52 mi

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Which side of the plane has the best views landing at Lester B Pearson International (YYZ)?

When landing at Lester B Pearson International (YYZ), sit on the Left side for the best views. On the typical final approach to runway 24L, aircraft fly a southwest heading after coming in from the northeast, passing north of downtown Toronto. This puts the CN Tower, downtown skyline, and Lake Ontario on the left side of the aircraft during descent, while the right side faces suburban Mississauga and Brampton. Notable sights include: CN Tower and downtown Toronto skyline, Lake Ontario shoreline, Toronto Islands, Humber River valley.

What can I see when arriving at Toronto?

Arriving at Lester B Pearson International in Toronto, passengers on the Left side enjoy views of CN Tower and downtown Toronto skyline, Lake Ontario shoreline, Toronto Islands, Humber River valley. On the typical final approach to runway 24L, aircraft fly a southwest heading after coming in from the northeast, passing north of downtown Toronto. This puts the CN Tower, downtown skyline, and Lake Ontario on the left side of the aircraft during descent, while the right side faces suburban Mississauga and Brampton.

What factors affect the best window seat landing at Lester B Pearson International?

The best window seat landing at Lester B Pearson International (YYZ) depends on several factors: the approach path and runway in use, geographic features around Toronto (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening arrivals often offer the best lighting.