Flying from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Vancouver International Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport is 4 hours 35 minutes.
Toronto is three hours ahead of Vancouver and follows the UTC-5 timezone.
Each week, there are 182 Vancouver International Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport flights. If you'd like to jet off as soon as possible, take the 00:10 Flair Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 23:55 with Air Canada.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your YVR to YYZ flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
With direct flights from Vancouver International Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport operated by a number of airlines, getting to Toronto (and then other destinations in Canada) is easy. Here's who you can fly nonstop with:
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Air Canada.
WestJet is the most punctual carrier offering YVR to YYZ flights. An impressive 80.93% of its departures on this route arrive without delay.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Rs21,376 is the best price for a one-way Vancouver International Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport flight. A return flight starts at Rs53,206. These fares may change based on availability.
To score cheap tickets from YVR to YYZ, reserve your journey six months before your planned departure.
Organise your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from Vancouver International Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.
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Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Vancouver International Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport.
Handy information about Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
77% of flights departing from Vancouver International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
To reach Vancouver International Airport from central Vancouver, it takes around 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near YVR:
Arriving at Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Vancouver International Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near YYZ instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Toronto Pearson International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion or Thrifty and experience more of Toronto and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Toronto Pearson International Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto
From Toronto Pearson International Airport, Toronto is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It typically takes 25 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The quietest month for a flight from Vancouver International Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport is November, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Toronto based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Toronto during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC and 28ºC.
February has average temperatures of between -15ºC and 3ºC. Search for cheap tickets from YVR to YYZ sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Canada
Montreal is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be discovered once you've seen Toronto. Around 499 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Cirque du Soleil - KURIOS, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Canada, consider Ottawa, about 354 kilometres north-east of Toronto. Rideau Canal National Historic Site, Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa are key reasons to visit.









































