Flying from Toronto to Miami International Airport (MIA): What you need to know
When organising your flight from Toronto to Miami International Airport (MIA), there's a good range of airports you can take off from. Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) are Toronto's main terminals.
The average time for a direct Toronto to Miami International Airport flight is 3 hours 25 minutes.
Toronto and Miami (where Miami International Airport is located) share the UTC-4 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch once you arrive.
The busiest route is from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Miami International Airport (MIA), with 35 direct weekly services. If you're not one for hanging around, the earliest flight from YYZ to MIA is the 6am American Airlines service. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 8:55pm with Air Canada.
To ensure you catch your flight from Toronto to MIA, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Planning to travel during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Toronto to Miami International Airport (MIA) leave from this terminal.
You'll have your pick of airlines operating direct flights from Toronto to Miami International Airport departing from YYZ. Book your ticket with one of these:
Air Canada sees the most traveller bookings for flights from YYZ to MIA.
American Airlines is the top performer for punctuality on this route.
YYZ is about 27 kilometres from central Toronto. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Have an early flight from Toronto to Miami International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by staying at one of these hotels close to Pearson International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Pearson International Airport, data shows 63.97% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Toronto to YTZ in around 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 3 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 35 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport the day before your Toronto to MIA flight:
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport has an on-time performance rate of 62.09%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights departing from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
YKF is roughly 105 kilometres from central Toronto. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. If you're planning to take public transport, expect a journey of around 4 hours 5 minutes.
Make catching an early Toronto to Miami 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 the check-in counter without rushing:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights reach their destinations when they should. At YKF, that figure is 63.64%.
About Miami International Airport (MIA)
Have a late flight from Toronto to Miami International Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near MIA and be in snooze mode sooner:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Miami International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from A&G Car Hire, MLC or Dollar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Miami and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride around one week ahead of your Toronto to Miami International Airport flight.
You'll find MIA at 4200 N.W. 21 Street.
Getting from Miami International Airport (MIA) to central Miami
Miami International Airport is roughly 10 kilometres from central Miami. The time it takes to get to the centre in a cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Miami International Airport (MIA)
At the moment, 117 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Toronto to Miami International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 203 €. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Toronto to MIA if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to Miami International Airport (MIA)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Toronto to Miami International Airport (MIA). July is when most people visit Miami. If you like your getaways a little more chill, go in April.
The warmest month in Miami is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Toronto to MIA plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from Toronto to Miami International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Miami
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Miami right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from Toronto to Miami International Airport:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Ocean Drive, Beach and La Playa De Miami are must-visits when exploring Miami.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Miami, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Travel about 193 kilometres north-west to Cape Coral to check off its top sights. From Reel Revenge Deep Sea Fishing Charters to Boating Cape Coral and Dolphin Boat Tours LLC, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you want to check out another great destination in the United States, head for Port Saint Lucie, roughly 161 kilometres north of Miami. Wilderness Park, Club Med Sandpiper Bay and Savannas Preserve State Park are among the biggest draws.
