Flying from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Whitehorse Airport (YXY): what you need to know
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your YYZ to YXY flight.
Travelling during a peak month like August? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Whitehorse Airport (YXY)
Right now, $286 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Pearson International Airport to Whitehorse Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $574. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from YYZ to YXY. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Pearson International Airport to Whitehorse Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Handy information about Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Of the flights that depart from Pearson International Airport, 63.97% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Toronto to Pearson International Airport is around 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Pearson International Airport to Whitehorse Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to YYZ:
Arriving at Whitehorse Airport (YXY)
If you're landing on a late Pearson International Airport to Whitehorse Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these options near YXY:
Travel beyond Whitehorse and head to places that many travellers miss with your own set of wheels. You can book a Whitehorse Airport rental car from popular outlets like Fox - Rent A Car or Budget.
Book your ride from Whitehorse Airport at least a few weeks before your departure to get the lowest price. If you're planning to travel during a peak period, you may want to book even earlier.
Getting from Whitehorse Airport (YXY) to central Whitehorse
Whitehorse Airport to central Whitehorse has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 20 minutes.
When to fly to Whitehorse Airport (YXY)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Pearson International Airport to Whitehorse Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Whitehorse. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Pearson International Airport to Whitehorse Airport for July if you want to visit Whitehorse during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -27ºC (-17ºF) and -5ºC (23ºF). Search for cheap tickets from YYZ to YXY sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Canada
Watson Lake is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be discovered once you've seen Whitehorse. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include Sign Post Forest, Northern Lights Centre and Wye Lake Park.
Around 434 kilometres north-west of Whitehorse, Dawson City is another favourite stop in Canada. No visit is complete without checking out Klondike National Historic Site, Dawson City Museum and Dredge No. 4.