Travelling from Dallas to Toronto: what you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Dallas. Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Dallas to Toronto departing from here.
Toronto has several airports you can fly into. Hop off the plane at Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) or Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF).
The average length of a direct flight from Dallas to Toronto is 3 hours 7 minutes. Toronto's timezone is UTC-4, which makes Toronto 1 hour ahead of Dallas.
With 48 flights a week between the two airports, Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is the most popular route. Hop on the earliest flight from Dallas to Toronto with Air Canada at 07:30. If you prefer to get more out of your day before jetting off, the latest departure from DFW to YYZ is with American Airlines at 18:54.
To ensure you get on your flight from Dallas to Toronto, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
You don't need a visa for Canada if you have a passport from United States and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can change. So before booking your cheap flights from Dallas to Toronto, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest rules.
Flying from Dallas
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
You can catch a direct flight from Dallas to Toronto jetting off from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). Begin your trip at DFW and touch down at Pearson International Airport (YYZ).
You can book a direct flight from Dallas to Toronto with American Airlines. This popular carrier operates departures from DFW.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from Dallas to Toronto. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
The journey from central Dallas to DFW takes around 3 hours and 55 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 26 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Dallas to Toronto? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport:
Arriving in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto is approximately 27 kilometres. It takes about 26 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 49 minutes to get there by public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel near YYZ if you have a late flight from Dallas to Toronto. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) is about 3 kilometres from central Toronto. Following your flight from Dallas to Toronto, allow for a drive time of approximately 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city.
The journey will take about 39 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near YTZ. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from Dallas to Toronto:
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas to Toronto
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dallas to Toronto is R 1,441. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 4,046. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from Dallas to Toronto by booking 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Dallas to Toronto. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
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Best time to go to Toronto
February is the quietest month for flights from Dallas to Toronto, while August is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to visit Toronto based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Schedule your flight from Dallas to Toronto for July if you'd like to head to the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Toronto to range from 14ºC to 28ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Dallas to Toronto in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -12ºC and 1ºC on average.
More about Toronto
After booking your flight from Dallas to Toronto, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Toronto:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District are top attractions which should be on every Toronto itinerary.
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