Flying from Vancouver to Pearson International Airport (YYZ): what you need to know
Start your travels at one of Vancouver's main airports, Vancouver International Airport (YVR) or Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH). Check out your options for booking a flight from Vancouver to Pearson International Airport (YYZ) jetting off from either of these.
4 hours 34 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from Vancouver to Pearson International Airport.
Toronto is 3 hours ahead of Vancouver. Pearson International Airport is located in Toronto, which operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
With 219 direct flights a week between the two airports, Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is the most popular route. Air Canada operates the earliest flight at 00:10. If you prefer to make the most of your day before leaving, the last departure from YVR to YYZ is with Air Canada at 23:55.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Vancouver to YYZ.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
You can take a direct flight from Vancouver to Pearson International Airport (YYZ) departing from Vancouver International Airport (YVR).
At YVR, you'll find a good selection of airlines that operate direct flights from Vancouver to Pearson International Airport, such as:
The journey from central Vancouver to YVR takes approximately 33 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 26 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Vancouver to Pearson International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to Vancouver International Airport:
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH)
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH) offers direct flights from Vancouver to Pearson International Airport (YYZ).
Multiple airlines operate direct flights from Vancouver to YYZ leaving from CXH. Book your favourite window or aisle seat with any of these carriers and you'll be there before you know it:
You can get to CXH from central Vancouver in approximately 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport will take roughly 16 minutes to cover the 2 kilometres or so.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before boarding your flight from Vancouver to YYZ? Check in to a hotel near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base before your adventure officially begins. Consider one of these stays:
About Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Book a hotel near YYZ if you have a late flight from Vancouver to Pearson International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto
Pearson International Airport to central Toronto takes about 26 minutes in a car. It's approximately 27 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 49 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
For a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Pearson International Airport, R 1,176 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight starting from R 2,356. These are currently the lowest fares but could change based on availability.
To score cheap tickets from Vancouver to YYZ, book your trip 2 months before your planned departure.
You'll score the best savings on your tickets from Vancouver to Pearson International Airport if you plan your break for November. Go one step further and use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the cheapest day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
August is the most popular month for flights from Vancouver to Pearson International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head for Toronto in February when it's quieter.
Before locking in your flight from Vancouver to YYZ, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Toronto, with the temperature ranging from 14ºC to 28ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC and 1ºC. Search for cheap flights from Vancouver to Pearson International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Toronto
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There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Toronto itinerary.
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