Flying from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Toronto: what you need to know
Around 7 hours 50 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Toronto.
Toronto is five hours behind Barcelona, where Barcelona-El Prat Airport is located. Toronto runs on the UTC-4 timezone.
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is the most popular route, with four departures a week to pick from. You can travel from BCN to YYZ at 13:15 with Air Canada.
To avoid missing your BCN to Toronto flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Direct Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Toronto tickets are available for booking. Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is where you'll step off the plane.
Air Canada is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Toronto.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight ticket from BCN to Toronto. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Located around 13 kilometres from the centre of Barcelona, BCN can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near BCN. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Toronto or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are worth a look:
79.12% of flights that take off from Barcelona-El Prat Airport reach their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Toronto
The best price we've seen for a one-way Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Toronto flight is R 5,027. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 6,190. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get cheap flights from BCN to Toronto by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the best time for picking up a bargain.
The best month for scoring cheap Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Toronto tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
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Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The distance from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto is roughly 27 kilometres. It'll take you around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 50 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Toronto. Reserve one of these accommodation options near YYZ instead:
Grab a Pearson International Airport rental car and explore Toronto and beyond with your own wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion and Thrifty are top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Pearson International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from BCN to Toronto.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Central Toronto is about 3 kilometres from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ). After your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Toronto has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of about 35 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 40 minutes.
There are some great places to call home for the night near YTZ. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your BCN to Toronto flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Hertz, National and Avis make collecting a Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport rental car quick and easy. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from YTZ one week ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
Make tracks for the city centre after your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Toronto has landed. Central Toronto is around 105 kilometres from Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) and takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to get to by car.
Public transport will get you there in about 4 hours 5 minutes.
Enjoy a more relaxed start to your trip by staying at a hotel near YKF after your BCN to Toronto flight. Recharge after a day of travel or just give yourself time to get your footing in a new city at:
Take the guesswork out of the next part of your journey by picking up a Region of Waterloo International Airport rental car. Avis, Enterprise and Budget are dependable companies for booking.
Rental companies sometimes offer deals for early bookings, so book your ride from YKF ahead of your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Toronto. A bit of planning goes a long way in savings.
Best time to go to Toronto
Carefully consider your trip dates before locking in your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Toronto. The city buzzes in peak season, but prices are generally higher and major attractions can get crowded. Visit Toronto in low season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
Book a Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Toronto flight ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from BCN to Toronto around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Toronto
Once you've booked your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Toronto, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Toronto:
Royal Ontario Museum and CN Tower are just a couple of the leading attractions to add to your Toronto itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Explore more of Canada
You've seen Toronto, now it's time to explore more of Canada. Journey about 499 kilometres north-east to Montreal to check off its leading sights. From Mount Royal Park to Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Ottawa is another well-known destination in Canada and is around 354 kilometres north-east of Toronto. No journey is complete without experiencing Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.