Travelling from Singapore to Toronto: what you need to know
Begin planning your holiday by considering where you'll board your flight from Singapore to Toronto. Changi International Airport (SIN) and Seletar Airport (XSP) are Singapore's main airports.
When jetting into Toronto, hop off the plane at Pearson International Airport (YYZ) or Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ). Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) is another major gateway to this city.
The timezone in Toronto is UTC-4, which is 12 hours behind Singapore.
To ensure you don't miss your Singapore to Toronto flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying over a peak time such as April? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Singapore to Toronto
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap Singapore to Toronto flights if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
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Flying from Singapore
Changi International Airport (SIN)
We make it a breeze to book a Singapore to Toronto flight with a stopover. To see the options leaving from Changi International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Travelling from central Singapore to SIN takes around 1 hour by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Singapore to Toronto? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Changi International Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Changi International Airport, 68.95% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Arriving in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto takes about 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
It typically takes 50 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Singapore to Toronto, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near YYZ:
Grab a Pearson International Airport rental car and discover Toronto and beyond with your own wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion and Thrifty are popular outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Pearson International Airport around three weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
As soon as your flight from Singapore to Toronto has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central Toronto is approximately 3 kilometres from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take approximately 40 minutes.
There are some great places ready to welcome you near YTZ. Kick back after your Singapore to Toronto flight at one of these well-located options:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Hertz, National or Avis and be off and running.
Get the lowest price by reserving your ride from YTZ one week ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) is about 80 kilometres from the centre of Toronto. It'll take you about 1 hour 15 minutes to reach the city centre by cab or ride-share after your flight from Singapore to Toronto.
If you travel by public transport, the journey takes around 4 hours 5 minutes.
If you don't want to make the journey to the centre, find a hotel close to YKF. Settle in at one of these stays after your Singapore to Toronto flight:
Begin your trip without stressing about how to reach your destination with a Region of Waterloo International Airport rental car. Book your wheels with trusted suppliers here like Avis, Enterprise and Budget.
Rental companies sometimes offer deals on early bookings, so book your ride from YKF in advance of your flight from Singapore to Toronto. A little prep work can make a big difference in cost.
Best time to go to Toronto
August is the most popular month for flights from Singapore to Toronto. To escape the crowds, visit Toronto in February.
The warmest month in Toronto is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Singapore to Toronto ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF). Look for cheap flights from Singapore to Toronto around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Toronto
Once you've booked your flight from Singapore to Toronto, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Toronto:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Toronto itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Montreal is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Toronto. Around 499 kilometres to the north-east, its top attractions include Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
If you want to check out another major destination in Canada, head for Ottawa, roughly 354 kilometres north-east of Toronto. Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada are key highlights.