Travelling from Toronto to Cataratas International Airport (IGU): What you need to know
You can choose from multiple airports when organising your flight from Toronto to Cataratas International Airport (IGU). Explore your options for departing Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF).
The timezone in Foz do Iguaçu is UTC-3, which is one hour ahead of Toronto. Cataratas International Airport is located in Foz do Iguaçu.
To ensure you get on your flight from Toronto to IGU, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
High season means busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
YYZ is about 27 kilometres from central Toronto. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Toronto to Cataratas International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to Pearson International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Pearson International Airport, 63.97% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
You can reach YTZ from central Toronto in approximately 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 40 minutes to travel the 3 kilometres or so.
Flying off with the first light? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport the day before your Toronto to IGU flight:
62.09% of flights taking off from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport make it to their destination as expected.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
The journey to YKF from central Toronto is around 4 hours 5 minutes on public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to cover the 105 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early Toronto to Cataratas International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options near Region of Waterloo International Airport and get to your boarding gate feeling relaxed and unhurried:
The on-time performance record of YKF is 63.64%. In simpler terms, that's how often flights departing this airport reach their final stop as planned.
About Cataratas International Airport (IGU)
Have a late flight from Toronto to Cataratas International Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near IGU and turn in quicker:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Cataratas International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Localiza, Unidas or Movida and explore beyond Foz do Iguaçu's main sights.
For the best deal, book your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Toronto to Cataratas International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Cataratas International Airport (IGU)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Toronto to Cataratas International Airport is 347 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 730 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Toronto to IGU if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
Affordable Toronto to Cataratas International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to Cataratas International Airport (IGU)
April is the quietest month for flights from Toronto to Cataratas International Airport (IGU), while June is the most popular. Find the best time to go to Foz do Iguaçu based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Before locking in your Toronto to IGU plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. January is the warmest month in Foz do Iguaçu, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Toronto to Cataratas International Airport in July when temperatures are between 10ºC (50ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
More about Foz do Iguaçu
Start your Foz do Iguaçu trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Toronto to Cataratas International Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
You'll find plenty of exciting things to do in Foz do Iguaçu when you're ready to sightsee. Start exploring at Iguassu followed by Maravilhas Do Mundo and Garganta do Diabo.
Explore more of Brazil
Foz do Iguaçu has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Brazil waiting to be explored. About 129 kilometres north-east of Foz do Iguaçu, a visit to Cascavel will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Espaço Ciência, Museu de História Natural (Zoologico de Cascavel). And Environmental Victory Park.
Chapeco is another favourite destination in Brazil and is around 257 kilometres south-east of Foz do Iguaçu. No journey is complete without visiting Praça da Liberdade, Eco Parque and Vale do Rio Uruguai.
