Flying from Toronto to Varna Airport (VAR): What you need to know
Organising your flight from Toronto to Varna Airport (VAR) begins with finding the right airport to start your adventure from. Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) are your options in Toronto.
Varna is six hours ahead of Toronto. Varna Airport is located in Varna, which runs on the UTC+2 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Toronto to VAR.
Taking off during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
YYZ is around 27 kilometres from central Toronto. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Pearson International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Toronto to Varna Airport, these stays will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
63.97% of flights that take off from Pearson International Airport reach their destination on time.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
You can reach YTZ from the centre of Toronto in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes to cover the 3 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Toronto to VAR flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport:
62.09% of flights taking off from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
YKF is around 105 kilometres from central Toronto. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, expect a journey of around 4 hours 5 minutes.
Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay near 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 have an early Toronto to Varna Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights arrive at their destinations when they should. At YKF, that figure is 63.64%.
About Varna Airport (VAR)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Toronto to Varna Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near VAR instead:
Grab a Varna Airport rental car and discover Varna and beyond with your own wheels. EasyRentBulgaria, Top Rent a Car and Goldcar are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your Toronto to Varna Airport flight.
Getting from Varna Airport (VAR) to central Varna
Varna Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Varna. How long it'll take to get there in a cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Varna Airport (VAR)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Toronto to Varna Airport is 204 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 534 €. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from Toronto to VAR, book early. Airlines generally offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to Varna Airport (VAR)
April is the quietest month for flights from Toronto to Varna Airport (VAR), while July is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to go to Varna based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Toronto to VAR plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Varna, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Toronto to Varna Airport in January when temperatures are between -4ºC (25ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).
More about Varna
Start your Varna trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Toronto to Varna Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Sahara Beach, Beach Golden Sands and Opera Varna are must-do's during your Varna adventure.
Explore more of Bulgaria
Varna is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Bulgaria just waiting to be explored. About 274 kilometres south-west of Varna, a visit to Plovdiv will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Plovdiv Old Town, Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Ancient Plovdiv Municipal Institute.
Around 193 kilometres south-west of Varna, Stara Zagora is another essential stop in Bulgaria. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Парк „5-и октомври“ (Градската градина), Zagorka Lake and The Zelen Klin Park.