Travelling from Toronto to Windsor International Airport (YQG): what you need to know
Begin planning your trip by checking out the ideal departure point for your flight from Toronto to Windsor International Airport (YQG). Explore your options for setting off from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) or Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ), two of the city's main airports.
1 hour 6 minutes is the time it takes on average for a direct flight from Toronto to Windsor International Airport.
Toronto and Windsor (where Windsor International Airport is located) share the UTC-4 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch when you land.
With 22 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Windsor International Airport (YQG) is the busiest route. Air Canada operates the earliest flight at 07:45. If you prefer to make the most of your day before leaving, the last flight from YYZ to YQG is with Porter Airlines (Canada) Ltd at 20:55.
Your flight from Toronto to YQG won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Popular months like August or other peak periods mean longer queues and potential delays. Stay on schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Toronto to Windsor International Airport (YQG) take off from this terminal.
If you want to leave from YYZ, you can catch a direct flight from Toronto to Windsor International Airport with Air Canada.
The journey from central Toronto to YYZ takes approximately 49 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 26 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Toronto to Windsor International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near Pearson International Airport:
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) offers direct flights from Toronto to Windsor International Airport (YQG).
Air Canada operates direct flights from Toronto to YQG departing from YTZ. Book your favourite aisle (or window) seat and reach your destination in a single journey.
You can arrive at YTZ from central Toronto in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport will take roughly 39 minutes to travel the 3 kilometres or so.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before your flight from Toronto to YQG? Kick back in a hotel near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport before your trip officially starts. Consider one of these stays:
About Windsor International Airport (YQG)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Toronto to Windsor International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near YQG instead:
Getting from Windsor International Airport (YQG) to central Windsor
Windsor International Airport to the centre of Windsor takes around 20 minutes in a car. It's approximately 11 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour and 7 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Windsor International Airport (YQG)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Toronto to Windsor International Airport is $180. The cheapest price for a return flight is $369. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
You're more likely to score flight tickets from Toronto to YQG when you book 8 months ahead. We crunched the flight price data and found that's the time fares for this route are generally at their lowest.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Toronto to Windsor International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the best price across every month.
Create a Price Alert and keep an eye on changes on this route through email or push notifications. We'll let you know when the fares drop. Timing is key when finding flight tickets from Toronto to YQG.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to Windsor International Airport (YQG)
August is the busiest month for flights from Toronto to Windsor International Airport. To escape the crowds, head for Windsor in February when it's quieter.
Before booking a flight from Toronto to YQG, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Windsor, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 29ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Toronto to Windsor International Airport in January when temperatures average between -12ºC and 3ºC.
More about Windsor
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Windsor right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Toronto to Windsor International Airport:
One of the best ways to experience Windsor is to visit its most popular sights. Highlights include Windsor Riverfront, Dieppe Gardens and Willistead Manor.
Complete your Windsor trip with a car rental
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