Travelling from Rio De Janeiro to Toronto: what you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in Rio De Janeiro. Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Toronto departing from here.
Step off the plane at one of Toronto's major entry points like Pearson International Airport (YYZ). Alternatively, make your way to this city landing at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) or Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF).
Around 10 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Rio De Janeiro to Toronto flight.
Toronto is one hour behind Rio De Janeiro and is in the UTC-4 timezone.
Allow plenty of time to make your Rio De Janeiro to Toronto flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Toronto
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February is the best month for scoring an awesome 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 give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Flying from Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
You can catch a direct flight from Rio De Janeiro to Toronto leaving from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG). Begin your trip at GIG and touch down at Pearson International Airport (YYZ).
Secure your Rio De Janeiro to Toronto plane tickets with Air Canada. This airline is a popular choice for direct flights from GIG.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your Rio De Janeiro to Toronto flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Located around 13 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro, GIG can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Toronto, these stays will put you nice and close to your departure gate:
79.57% of flights that take off from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Arriving in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto takes about 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
It usually takes 50 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel near YYZ if you have a late flight from Rio De Janeiro to Toronto. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a Pearson International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion or Thrifty and venture far and wide through Toronto and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Pearson International Airport around three weeks in advance of your trip.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Once your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Toronto has landed, you can reach the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central Toronto is approximately 3 kilometres from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ).
Public transport will get you there in about 40 minutes.
After your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Toronto, settle in at a hotel near YTZ. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Hertz, National and Avis make picking up a Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport rental car quick and easy. These trusted companies are located around or in the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Get the pick of the lot. Securing your ride from YTZ one week ahead of time often means better prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
Head to the city centre after your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Toronto has landed. Central Toronto is around 80 kilometres from Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) and takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to get to by car.
If you're using public transport, the journey time is about 4 hours 5 minutes.
If you don't want to make the trip into the centre, choose a hotel near YKF. Get comfortable at one of these options after your Rio De Janeiro to Toronto flight:
Whether you're after an economy just for you or a full-size SUV to move the whole family, you'll find the ideal Region of Waterloo International Airport rental car for you. Check out the types of wheels available from names such as Avis, Enterprise and Budget.
If you're looking for a particular make or model, booking early increases your chances of getting exactly what you want. Book your ride from YKF a few weeks ahead of your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Toronto.
Best time to go to Toronto
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Toronto. August is the busiest month to travel to Toronto. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Lock in a Rio De Janeiro to Toronto ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Toronto to range from 14ºC to 28ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to Toronto in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 1ºC on average.
More about Toronto
After booking your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Toronto, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Toronto:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Toronto itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Montreal is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be discovered after you've seen Toronto. Around 499 kilometres to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
Ottawa is another favourite destination in Canada and is around 354 kilometres north-east of Toronto. No journey is complete without seeing Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.
