Flying from Toronto to La Union Airport (POP): What you need to know
Organising your flight from Toronto to La Union Airport (POP) begins with finding the most convenient airport to kick off your journey from. Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) are the main terminals in Toronto.
The average duration of a direct Toronto to La Union Airport flight is 4 hours 10 minutes.
Puerto Plata's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Toronto. La Union Airport is located in Puerto Plata.
Take your pick of 6 direct flights each week between Pearson International Airport (YYZ) and La Union Airport (POP). This is the most popular route, with Air Transat offering a 7:10am departure from YYZ to POP.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from Toronto to POP.
If you're taking off during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
You can find a direct flight from Toronto to La Union Airport (POP) departing from Pearson International Airport (YYZ).
Well-known airlines that offer direct flights from Toronto to La Union Airport out of YYZ include:
The majority of passengers choose to fly with WestJet from YYZ to POP.
Among carriers on this route, Air Canada leads the way for on-time arrivals.
YYZ is around 27 kilometres from central Toronto. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near Pearson International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Toronto to La Union Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
Of all flights departing from Pearson International Airport, 63.97% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
On public transport, you can travel from central Toronto to YTZ in around 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 3 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 35 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Toronto to POP flight? Relax in a hotel near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 62.09%.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
From the centre of Toronto, YKF is around 105 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to arrive by car and 4 hours 5 minutes or so if you use public transport.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay close to Region of Waterloo International Airport and know you'll reach your boarding gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Toronto to La Union Airport flight:
The on-time performance rate of YKF is 63.64%. In other words, that's how often flights from this airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About La Union Airport (POP)
Have a late flight from Toronto to La Union Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Check in to one of these hotels near POP and turn in quicker:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a La Union Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Ace Rent a Car, Europcar or amerirent and explore beyond Puerto Plata's usual tourist stops.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride around four weeks in advance of your Toronto to La Union Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to La Union Airport (POP)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Toronto to La Union Airport is 125 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 212 €. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Book three months before flying. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Toronto to POP.
August is when you're most likely to find a good deal on a Toronto to La Union Airport ticket. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to La Union Airport (POP)
Think about your travel style when deciding your trip dates. May is the quietest month to visit Puerto Plata. March is when most people book flights from Toronto to La Union Airport (POP), which may be ideal if you're after more excitement.
Before locking in your Toronto to POP plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Puerto Plata, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Toronto to La Union Airport in February when temperatures are between 19ºC (66ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
More about Puerto Plata
Once you've booked your flight from Toronto to La Union Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Puerto Plata:
Long Beach and Golden Beach (Playa Dorada) are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Puerto Plata travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Teleferico Puerto Plata Cable Car.
Explore more of the Dominican Republic
Puerto Plata has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of the Dominican Republic just waiting to be discovered. About 161 kilometres south-east of Puerto Plata, a trip to Santo Domingo will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Alcazar de Colon, The Cathedral of the Americas and República Dominicana - Santo Domingod.
If there's time to check out another great destination in the Dominican Republic, head for Santo Domingo Este, about 161 kilometres south-east of Puerto Plata. Lago los tres ojos, Los Corales Park and National Aquarium are key highlights.
