Flying from Rio de Janeiro to Toronto: what you need to know
Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG) is Rio de Janeiro's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Rio de Janeiro to Toronto departing from here.
Toronto has a number of airports you can jet into. Touch down at Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Toronto Island Airport (YTZ) or John C. Munro Hamilton Airport (YHM).
Around 10 hours 45 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Rio de Janeiro to Toronto flight.
Toronto's timezone is UTC-5, making Toronto two hours behind Rio de Janeiro.
Choose from two services a week between Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG) and Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ). This is the most popular route when booking flights from Rio de Janeiro to Toronto.
To ensure you get on your Rio de Janeiro to Toronto flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
Flying over a peak time like December? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro to Toronto
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Toronto is $415. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $890. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Book nine months before you want to fly. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Rio de Janeiro to Toronto flights.
February is the best month for picking up an amazing deal on a plane ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Toronto. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to Toronto by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
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Flying from Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG)
If you're looking for a direct flight from Rio de Janeiro to Toronto, you can leave from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport (GIG). Get from GIG to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) in one seamless trip.
Be on the lookout for deals with Air Canada. This airline offers direct Rio de Janeiro to Toronto plane tickets out of GIG.
We make it simple to book a Rio de Janeiro to Toronto flight with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)
Located around 13 kilometres from central Rio de Janeiro, GIG can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Rio de Janeiro to Toronto, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Of the flights that depart from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport, 79% land on schedule at their destination.
Arriving in Toronto
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The distance from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto is approximately 21 kilometres. It'll take you about 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Rio de Janeiro to Toronto, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near YYZ:
Hit the road running by picking up a Toronto Pearson International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion or Thrifty to explore Toronto and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Toronto Pearson International Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Toronto Island Airport (YTZ)
The centre of Toronto is approximately 3 kilometres from Toronto Island Airport (YTZ). Once your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Toronto has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 10 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 20 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near YTZ. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Toronto:
Hertz, National and Avis make picking up a Toronto Island Airport rental car easy and quick. These providers are located around or in the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Snap up a deal by reserving your ride from YTZ one week ahead of time. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
John C. Munro Hamilton Airport (YHM)
Set off for the city centre after your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Toronto has landed. Central Toronto is around 72 kilometres from John C. Munro Hamilton Airport (YHM) and takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to get to by car.
If you use public transport, the journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes.
After your Rio de Janeiro to Toronto flight, rest up at a hotel near the airport before moving on to your next destination. Super 8 by Wyndham Mt Hope Hamilton Intl Arpt on and Homestead House Bed & Breakfast are within easy reach of YHM.
Be in control of the next chapter of your journey with a John C. Munro Hamilton Airport rental car. Avis, National and Budget are some companies you can book with.
Home providers sometimes offer discounts on early bookings, so reserve your ride from YHM in advance of your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Toronto. A little prep today saves cash tomorrow.
Best time to go to Toronto
November is the quietest month for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Toronto, while August is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to visit Toronto based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Rio de Janeiro to Toronto ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Toronto to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
February has average temperatures of between -15ºC (5ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to Toronto around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Toronto
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Toronto right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Toronto:
CN Tower and Royal Ontario Museum are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your Toronto to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Toronto Islands.
Explore more of Canada
Ottawa is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Toronto. Around 354 kilometres to the northeast, popular attractions include Rideau Canal National Historic Site, Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa.
Mississauga is another standout destination in Canada and is around 23 kilometres west of Toronto. No trip is complete without experiencing Lake Ontario, Living Arts Centre and Rattray Marsh Conservation Area.