How to find cheap flights from Toronto
RM206 is currently the cheapest price for a one-way flight from Toronto. It departs from Toronto Pearson International.
Fares for a return trip start at RM411.
Out of all the cities you can travel to from Toronto, Winnipeg is the cheapest.
Where you leave from in Toronto can make a big difference to the fare. Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Toronto Island Airport (YTZ) and John C. Munro Hamilton Airport (YHM) are all worth comparing for the best deals.
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Find cheaper plane tickets from Toronto by booking early. The general advice is to book two to six months in advance for international journeys, and one to three months ahead for domestic routes.
If you know where you want to jet off to, choose 'Add nearby airports' when you start your search. This will display flight prices to all airports in or around your destination.
Willing to go wherever the best deals are? Set 'Toronto' as your departure city and choose 'Explore everywhere' as your destination. Then sort by 'Cheapest flights' to find the best fares.
Flying from Toronto: what you need to know
All departures from Toronto are listed in the local UTC-5 time zone.
These main airlines flying from Toronto use the following airports:
Air Canada: Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) and Toronto Island Airport (YTZ)
Porter Airlines (Canada) Ltd: Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) and Toronto Island Airport (YTZ)
WestJet: Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) and John C. Munro Hamilton Airport (YHM)
Heading to another country? Entry rules can vary depending on your passport and travel plans, so check well in advance. Official embassy sites and airlines will have reliable advice on visas or any other documentation you may need.
Best time to fly from Toronto
The cheapest time to catch a flight departing from Toronto is usually June.
August is generally the busiest month to travel. You can expect more flight choices during peak periods like this, but fares often increase too.
April is the quietest time to fly out of the city, which can make cheaper tickets easier to find.
If your schedule allows, consider leaving midweek. Flights from Toronto usually cost less on Tuesdays and Wednesdays than later in the week.
Where to fly to from Toronto
Pack your suitcase and head off to New York, Chicago or Washington DC. They're the most popular international cities to fly to from Toronto.
Montreal, Calgary and Vancouver are favourites if you'd rather stay closer to home.
Planning more than a city break? The United States, Mexico and the United Kingdom are some of the most visited countries for travellers flying from Toronto.
Coming in at around 50 minutes, the shortest flight out of Toronto takes you to London.
Leaving from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The majority of flights from Toronto leave from Toronto Pearson International Airport. YYZ is around 19 kilometres from the city centre.
The drive from the centre takes 30 minutes or so, depending on the traffic. Public transport is roughly 25 minutes.
Fly with any of these leading airlines that operate out of Toronto Pearson International Airport:
Staying close to YYZ can make the start of your trip a little more relaxed. Consider one of these nearby hotels if you're jetting out early:
Flying out of Toronto Island Airport (YTZ)
Toronto Island Airport is another airport to factor in when searching for flight tickets from Toronto. YTZ is around 3 kilometres from the city centre.
It takes 10 minutes or so to reach the airport if you're driving from the centre. Public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
Prepare for departure with Air Canada, which offers flights from YTZ.
If you'd prefer to stay close to your departure gate ahead of your flight from Toronto, these hotels near Toronto Island Airport are worth checking out:
John C. Munro Hamilton Airport (YHM) departures
About 72 kilometres from the centre of Toronto, John C. Munro Hamilton Airport offers another jumping-off point for your trip.
Driving from the centre to the airport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes. If you're planning to catch public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 50 minutes.
Lock in your flight out of Toronto from John C. Munro Hamilton Airport, then explore nearby hotels to stay as close as possible to where you need to be. Courtyard by Marriott Hamilton is a reliable option.