Travelling from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Toronto: what you need to know
The timezone in Toronto is UTC-4. The city is four hours behind Cardiff, where Cardiff Airport is located.
To avoid rushing for your CWL to Toronto flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Heading off during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even explore another city. When browsing for plane tickets from CWL to Toronto, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
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Located around 14 kilometres from central Cardiff, CWL can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to CWL? If you've booked an early flight from Cardiff Airport to Toronto, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Cardiff Airport, 66.16% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Toronto
The best price we've seen for a one-way Cardiff Airport to Toronto flight is 212 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 413 €. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to securing a cheap flight from CWL to Toronto. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Cardiff Airport to Toronto across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is around 27 kilometres from central Toronto. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 25 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
Book a hotel close to YYZ if you have a late flight from Cardiff Airport to Toronto. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Pearson International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion or Thrifty and explore beyond Toronto's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Pearson International Airport about three weeks before your flight from CWL to Toronto.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
After your flight from Cardiff Airport to Toronto has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central Toronto is roughly 3 kilometres from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ).
You can expect the trip to take roughly 40 minutes on public transport.
Following your CWL to Toronto flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to YTZ. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Forget about public transport schedules or slow-moving cab lines. Grab a Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare availability and rates from Hertz, National and Avis.
Snap up a deal by securing your ride from YTZ one week in advance. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
Head to the city centre after your flight from Cardiff Airport to Toronto has landed. Central Toronto is around 105 kilometres from Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) and takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to reach by cab or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in about 4 hours 5 minutes.
Enjoy a restful, unhurried start to your break by choosing a hotel near YKF after your CWL to Toronto flight. Rest up after a long day of travel or simply give yourself time to get your footing in a new city at:
Whether you're after a budget-friendly compact for solo travel or a spacious SUV to transport your group, you'll find the right Region of Waterloo International Airport rental car for you. Explore the range of wheels available from providers such as Avis, Enterprise and Budget.
Rental agencies sometimes offer discounts on early bookings, so secure your ride from YKF in advance of your flight from Cardiff Airport to Toronto. A little planning can save you money.
Best time to go to Toronto
Visit Toronto during high season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Cardiff Airport to Toronto in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Before locking in your Cardiff Airport to Toronto plane ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Toronto, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CWL to Toronto in January when temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF).
More about Toronto
Start your Toronto trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Cardiff Airport to Toronto, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Royal Ontario Museum, CN Tower and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District are popular attractions which should feature on every Toronto itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Montreal is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Toronto. Around 499 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
Ottawa is another standout destination in Canada and is around 354 kilometres north-east of Toronto. No journey is complete without experiencing Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.