Flying from Toronto to Windsor International Airport (YQG): What you need to know
Begin planning your trip by looking up the best departure point for your flight from Toronto to Windsor International Airport (YQG). Explore your options for leaving from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) or Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ), two of the city's main airports.
The average duration of a direct Toronto to Windsor International Airport flight is 1 hour 10 minutes.
Windsor's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Toronto. Windsor International Airport is located in Windsor.
With 17 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Windsor International Airport (YQG) is the most popular route. Air Canada operates the earliest flight at 8:20am. If you'd like to get more out of your day before leaving, the last departure from YYZ to YQG is with Air Canada at 8:55pm.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Toronto to YQG. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
You can find a direct flight from Toronto to Windsor International Airport (YQG) out of Pearson International Airport (YYZ).
When departing from YYZ, you can catch a direct flight from Toronto to Windsor International Airport with Air Canada.
The top choice among passengers flying between YYZ and YQG is Air Canada.
Air Canada is the most consistent performer for punctuality on this route.
YYZ is around 27 kilometres from central Toronto. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel close to Pearson International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Toronto to Windsor International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
63.97% of flights taking off from Pearson International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Consider beginning your travels from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ). You can book a direct Toronto to Windsor International Airport (YQG) flight ticket from this popular hub.
Get on your direct flight from Toronto to YQG with Porter Airlines. This is one of the main airlines that operates this route out of YTZ.
On the YTZ to YQG route, Porter Airlines is the favourite choice for most passengers.
The carrier with the best on-time performance is Porter Airlines. Its Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport to Windsor International Airport flights arrive without delay 65.52% of the time.
With public transport, you can travel from central Toronto to YTZ in about 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 3 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 35 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Toronto to YQG flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 62.09%.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
From the centre of Toronto, YKF is around 105 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to get to the airport by car and 4 hours 5 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Stay in bed a little longer and still make your Toronto to Windsor International Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These hotels near Region of Waterloo International Airport make departure day effortless if you're flying out first thing:
The on-time performance record of YKF is 63.64%. In other words, that's how frequently flights from this airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Windsor International Airport (YQG)
Book a hotel near YQG if you're catching a late flight from Toronto to Windsor International Airport. Settle into one of these options and be in bed sooner:
Getting from Windsor International Airport (YQG) to central Windsor
Central Windsor is around 11 kilometres from Windsor International Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a car hire, cab or ride-share.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 5 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 Rs29,770. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs57,453. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Toronto to YQG. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
Affordable Toronto to Windsor International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares throughout the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to Windsor International Airport (YQG)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Toronto to Windsor International Airport (YQG). August is the most popular month to visit Windsor. If you prefer a quieter vibe, head there in February.
Book a Toronto to YQG flight ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Windsor to range from 16ºC to 29ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Toronto to Windsor International Airport in January when temperatures are between -12ºC and 3ºC.
More about Windsor
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Windsor right here. Browse these options once you've booked your flight from Toronto to Windsor International Airport:
Your Windsor visit isn't complete without checking out the sights. Leading attractions you won't want to miss include Windsor Riverfront, Lake View Park and Windsor River Cruises.
Explore more of Canada
Hamilton is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be discovered after you've seen Windsor. Around 274 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Dundurn Castle, Bruce Trail and Waterfront Trail Lookout Point.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Canada, head for London, roughly 161 kilometres north-east of Windsor. Forks of the Thames River, Falls View Park and Fanshawe Pioneer Village are key reasons to visit.