Travelling from Vancouver to Pearson International Airport (YYZ): What you need to know
Your adventure gets underway at one of Vancouver's main airports, Vancouver International Airport (YVR) or Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH). Explore the options for booking a flight from Vancouver to Pearson International Airport (YYZ) jetting off from either of these bases.
4 hours 35 minutes is the average duration of a direct Vancouver to Pearson International Airport flight.
The timezone in Toronto is UTC-4, which is three hours ahead of Vancouver. Pearson International Airport is located in Toronto.
The busiest route is from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ), with 187 direct services every week. If you're looking to take off without delay, the earliest flight from YVR to YYZ is the 12:10am Flair Airlines service. If a later start suits your schedule, the final departure is at 11:55pm with Air Canada.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from Vancouver to YYZ. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Vancouver to Pearson International Airport (YYZ) take off from this terminal.
Top airlines that offer direct flights from Vancouver to Pearson International Airport leaving from YVR include:
The preferred choice for passengers flying between YVR and YYZ is Air Canada.
Among carriers on this route, Porter Airlines is the most consistent for on-time landings.
The journey from central Vancouver to YVR takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Vancouver International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Vancouver to Pearson International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
Of the flights that depart from Vancouver International Airport, 71.77% arrive on time at their destination.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
CXH is about 2 kilometres from central Vancouver. It takes 5 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 15 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport the day before your Vancouver to YYZ flight:
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
Start your trip at Abbotsford Airport (YXX) and fly straight to your destination without stopping. You can book direct flights from Vancouver to Pearson International Airport out of here.
Take off from YXX with Flair Airlines. This reputable carrier offers direct Vancouver to YYZ plane tickets.
Flair Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for flights from YXX to YYZ.
From central Vancouver, YXX is around 64 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour to get to the airport by car and 1 hour 30 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Stay in bed a little longer and still make your Vancouver to Pearson International Airport flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near Abbotsford Airport make departure day a breeze if you're flying out early:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights get to their destinations when they should. At YXX, that figure is 67.97%.
About Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Consider staying in a hotel near YYZ if you're catching a late flight from Vancouver to Pearson International Airport. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Pearson International Airport rental car and explore Toronto and beyond with your own set of wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion and Thrifty are top providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Vancouver to Pearson International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto
Central Toronto is around 27 kilometres from Pearson International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a cab, car hire or ride-share.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
58 € is the best price for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Pearson International Airport. Return flights start at 93 €. These fares can change depending on availability.
Get your hands on cheap flights from Vancouver to YYZ by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Organise your trip for November. That's the best month for landing cheap Vancouver to Pearson International Airport tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Vancouver to Pearson International Airport (YYZ). August is the most popular month to visit Toronto. If you like your getaways a little more chill, go in February.
Book a Vancouver to YYZ plane ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Toronto to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Vancouver to Pearson International Airport in January when temperatures are between -12ºC (10ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF).
More about Toronto
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Toronto right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Vancouver to Pearson International Airport:
Your Toronto visit wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Highlights worth exploring include CN Tower, Skypod CN Tower and Royal Ontario Museum.
Explore more of Canada
You've seen Toronto, now it's time to discover other corners of Canada. Journey about 153 kilometres south-west to London to check off its must-visit sights. From Forks of the Thames River to Falls View Park and Fanshawe Pioneer Village, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 257 kilometres east of Toronto, Kingston is another essential stop in Canada. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Fort Henry, Rideau Canal - Jones Falls Defensible Lockmasters House and Kingston Penitentiary.