Flying from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Toronto: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Vancouver International Airport to Toronto is 5 hours 10 minutes.
The timezone in Toronto is UTC-4. The city is three hours ahead of Vancouver, where Vancouver International Airport is located.
With 187 flights a week between the two airports, Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is the busiest route. Flair Airlines operates the earliest flight at 00:10. If you're eager to make the most of your day before jetting off, the last flight from YVR to YYZ is with Air Canada at 23:55.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your YVR to Toronto flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. A good rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Begin your journey at YVR and go straight to Toronto without any stops. When booking a direct Vancouver International Airport to Toronto ticket, here's a list of airports you can land at:
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
John C. Munro Hamilton Airport (YHM)
You'll find a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Vancouver International Airport to Toronto, such as:
Travelling from central Vancouver to YVR takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near YVR. Whether you're taking an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to Toronto or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are all about convenience:
Of the flights that depart from Vancouver International Airport, 71.77% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Toronto
$96 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Vancouver International Airport to Toronto flight. A return ticket right now is $216. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Book seven months before you travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from YVR to Toronto.
November is the best month for landing a fantastic deal on Vancouver International Airport to Toronto tickets. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The distance from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto is roughly 27 kilometres. It'll take you around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to YYZ if you have a late flight from Vancouver International Airport to Toronto. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Pearson International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion or Thrifty and discover more of Toronto and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Pearson International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from YVR to Toronto.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Once your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Toronto has touched down, you can reach the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central Toronto is roughly 3 kilometres from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ).
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 40 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near YTZ. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your YVR to Toronto flight:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Hertz, National or Avis and be on your way in a flash.
Get the lowest price by securing your ride from YTZ one week in advance. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) is about 105 kilometres from central Toronto. It takes about 1 hour 15 minutes to get to the city centre by ride-share or cab once you've stepped off your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Toronto.
The journey will take roughly 4 hours 5 minutes when travelling by public transport.
If you don't want to make the trip into the centre, choose a hotel near YKF. Make yourself comfy at one of these stays after your YVR to Toronto flight:
Begin your journey without stressing over how to reach your next stop with a Region of Waterloo International Airport rental car. Find your perfect set of wheels with trusted suppliers here like Avis, Enterprise and Budget.
If you'd like a specific type of vehicle, booking early increases your chances of finding what you want. Secure your ride from YKF at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Toronto.
Best time to go to Toronto
Before you book your flights from Vancouver International Airport to Toronto, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Toronto offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while low season brings cheaper deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Toronto is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Vancouver International Airport to Toronto flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from YVR to Toronto in January when temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF).
More about Toronto
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Toronto right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Toronto:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Royal Ontario Museum, CN Tower and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District are top sights which should be on any good Toronto itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
You've visited Toronto, now it's time to discover more of Canada. Travel about 499 kilometres north-east to Montreal to tick off its must-visit sights. From Mount Royal Park to Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 354 kilometres north-east of Toronto, Ottawa is another essential stop in Canada. Start your sightseeing at Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.