Flying from Regina International Airport (YQR) to Toronto: what you need to know
Around 3 hours 20 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Regina International Airport to Toronto.
Toronto is one hour ahead of Regina, where Regina International Airport is located. Toronto observes the UTC-5 timezone.
Regina International Airport (YQR) to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is the most traveled route, with 24 weekly departures to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from YQR to YYZ is with Air Canada at 19:55. Opt for the first departure with Air Canada at 05:00 if you want to get on your way earlier.
To avoid rushing for your YQR to Toronto flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like July, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during high season in general.
Direct Regina International Airport to Toronto tickets are available for booking. Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is where you'll be touching down.
Air Canada is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Regina International Airport to Toronto.
YQR is about 3 kilometres from central Regina. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 25 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near YQR. Whether you've booked an early flight from Regina International Airport to Toronto or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
Of all flights departing from Regina International Airport, 69% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Regina International Airport (YQR) to Toronto
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Regina International Airport to Toronto flight is $141. The cheapest price for a return flight is $331. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to securing a cheap flight from YQR to Toronto. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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Airports in Toronto
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is around 27 kilometres from the centre of Toronto. If you're grabbing a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 30 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 25 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Regina International Airport to Toronto, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near YYZ:
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Toronto Pearson International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from YQR to Toronto.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) is about 3 kilometres from central Toronto. Once you've disembarked your flight from Regina International Airport to Toronto, it'll take you around 10 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 20 minutes or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to YTZ. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your YQR to Toronto flight:
Score the best price by securing your ride from YTZ one week in advance. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM)
Step off your flight from Regina International Airport to Toronto and head for your hotel or jump right into exploring. The centre of Toronto is around 72 kilometres from John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM) and typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes to reach driving.
Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour 50 minutes.
If you don't want to make the journey into the centre, head for a hotel close to YHM. Settle in at one of these stays after your YQR to Toronto flight:
Rental companies sometimes offer discounts for early bookings, so secure your vehicle from YHM a few weeks ahead of your flight from Regina International Airport to Toronto. A little prep today saves cash tomorrow.
Best time to go to Toronto
July is the most popular month for flights from Regina International Airport to Toronto. To escape the crowds, visit Toronto in January.
The warmest month in Toronto is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Regina International Airport to Toronto plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
February has average temperatures of between -15ºC (5ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from YQR to Toronto around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Toronto
Once you've booked your flight from Regina International Airport to Toronto, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Toronto:
The Top CN Tower and CN Tower are a couple of popular attractions to add to your Toronto to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Royal Ontario Museum.
Explore more of Canada
You've done Toronto, now it's time to discover more of Canada. Journey around 499 kilometres northeast to Montreal to check off its top attractions. From Cirque du Soleil - KURIOS to Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Canada, consider Ottawa, roughly 354 kilometres northeast of Toronto. Rideau Canal National Historic Site, Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa are the start of reasons to visit.