Travelling from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Toronto: what you need to know
Toronto is four hours behind Bristol, where Bristol Airport is located. Toronto follows the UTC-4 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your BRS to Toronto flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
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Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Bristol, BRS can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to BRS? If you're catching an early flight from Bristol Airport to Toronto, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Of the flights that depart from Bristol Airport, 69.8% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Toronto
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Bristol Airport to Toronto flight is R 4,182. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 8,382. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from BRS to Toronto if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
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Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is around 27 kilometres from central Toronto. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 25 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Bristol Airport to Toronto, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near YYZ:
Grab a Pearson International Airport rental car and explore Toronto and beyond with your own wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion and Thrifty are popular providers to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Pearson International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from BRS to Toronto.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Central Toronto is around 3 kilometres from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ). Once your flight from Bristol Airport to Toronto has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 35 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 40 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to YTZ. Here are a few options where you can check in after your BRS to Toronto flight:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or waiting in a long cab line. Grab a Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Check out the rates and availability from Hertz, National and Avis.
Snap up the best price by securing your ride from YTZ one week in advance. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
Step off your flight from Bristol Airport to Toronto and head straight for your hotel or start taking in the sights right away. The centre of Toronto is around 105 kilometres from Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) and typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes to reach driving.
Public transport will take you there in around 4 hours 5 minutes.
If you don't want to make the journey to the centre, head for a hotel near YKF. Make yourself comfy at one of these options after your BRS to Toronto flight:
Stay in control of the next part of your journey with a Region of Waterloo International Airport rental car. Avis, Enterprise and Budget are some companies you can book with.
If you prefer a specific model or make, booking early gives you a better shot at getting what you want. Secure your ride from YKF at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from Bristol Airport to Toronto.
Best time to go to Toronto
Before booking your flights from Bristol Airport to Toronto, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Toronto offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the low season brings cheaper hotel rates and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Toronto is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Bristol Airport to Toronto flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BRS to Toronto in January when temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF).
More about Toronto
Start your Toronto trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Bristol Airport to Toronto, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Royal Ontario Museum, CN Tower and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District are highlights which should feature on every Toronto itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Montreal is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be discovered once you've seen Toronto. Around 499 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
Around 354 kilometres north-east of Toronto, Ottawa is another favourite stop in Canada. No visit is complete without checking out Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.