Travelling from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Damascus International Airport (DAM): what you need to know
The timezone in Damascus is UTC+3, which is seven hours ahead of Toronto.
To ensure you get on your YYZ to DAM flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Damascus International Airport (DAM)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Pearson International Airport to Damascus International Airport flight is 609 €. A round-trip fare is currently 860 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from YYZ to DAM if you book early. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price in every month when looking for a flight from Pearson International Airport to Damascus International Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from YYZ to DAM by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Pearson International Airport to Damascus International Airport.
Handy information about Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Of all flights leaving Pearson International Airport, 63.97% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Toronto to Pearson International Airport is around 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to YYZ? If you've booked an early flight from Pearson International Airport to Damascus International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Getting from Damascus International Airport (DAM) to central Damascus
Damascus International Airport to the centre of Damascus has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 29 kilometres away.
When to fly to Damascus International Airport (DAM)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Pearson International Airport to Damascus International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Damascus. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Pearson International Airport to Damascus International Airport for July if you want to visit Damascus during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from YYZ to DAM in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of Syria
Damascus has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Syria just waiting to be explored. About 306 kilometres north of Damascus, a visit to Aleppo will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Aleppo Citadel, The Citadel of Aleppo and The Umayyad Mosque.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Syria, consider Homs, about 145 kilometres north of Damascus. Peronist garden, New Akrama Park and Citadel of Homs are key reasons to visit.