Flying from Toronto to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG): What you need to know
Your trip gets off the ground at one of Toronto's main airports, Pearson International Airport (YYZ) or Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ). Explore the options for booking a flight from Toronto to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG) taking off from either of these bases.
Around 2 hours 40 minutes is how long you'll be in the air on a direct Toronto to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport flight.
Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport is located in Winnipeg. The city operates on the UTC-5 timezone and is one hour behind Toronto.
With 87 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG) is the most popular route. Air Canada operates the earliest flight at 6:45am. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight from YYZ to YWG is with WestJet at 10:45pm.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Toronto to YWG. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During peak travel periods, expect longer wait times and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
You can take a direct flight from Toronto to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG) departing from Pearson International Airport (YYZ).
Popular carriers that have direct flights from Toronto to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport leaving from YYZ include:
Most travellers prefer to book seats with Air Canada from YYZ to YWG.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival performance on this route is Porter Airlines.
YYZ is about 27 kilometres from central Toronto. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Pearson International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Toronto to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
63.97% of flights leaving from Pearson International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
You can get to YTZ from the centre of Toronto in approximately 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport takes roughly 40 minutes to travel the 3 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before your Toronto to YWG flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport:
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport has an on-time performance of 62.09%. This figure provides insight into how often flights that leave from this airport arrive on schedule.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
From central Toronto, YKF is around 105 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to get to the airport by car and 4 hours 5 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Make catching an early Toronto to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels close to Region of Waterloo International Airport and head to your check-in counter with time to spare:
Flights that leave from YKF touch down at their destination within the scheduled time frame 63.64% of the time.
About Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Toronto to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near YWG instead:
Pick up a Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport rental car and explore Winnipeg and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Alamo and Hertz are leading providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride around one week in advance of your Toronto to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
The street address for YWG is 2000 Wellington Avenue.
Getting from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG) to central Winnipeg
Central Winnipeg is roughly 6 kilometres from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary depending on time of day and traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of time.
Travelling on public transport takes around 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG)
60 € is the best price for a one-way ticket from Toronto to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport. Return flights start from 117 €. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Toronto to YWG. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG)
Picture the kind of break you want when planning the timing of your trip. May is the quietest month to go to Winnipeg. July is when most people book flights from Toronto to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
The warmest month in Winnipeg is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Toronto to YWG plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Toronto to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -25ºC (-13ºF) and -6ºC (21ºF).
More about Winnipeg
Start your Winnipeg trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Toronto to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to work out where to begin. Journey to Churchill, Lights of The North and Union Station are popular attractions which should be on every Winnipeg itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Brandon is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be discovered after you've seen Winnipeg. Around 193 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Royal Manitoba Winter Fair, The Daly House Museum and Jacobson Park.
Kenora is another essential stop in Canada and is around 209 kilometres east of Winnipeg. No journey is complete without dropping by Wild Woods Hideaway, Morgan Falls and Anicinabe Park.