Flying from Colombo to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ): What you need to know
Toronto is ten hours 30 minutes behind Colombo. Toronto Pearson International Airport is located in Toronto, which runs on the UTC-5 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Colombo to YYZ.
During popular months like February, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Airports in Colombo
Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
We make it easy to book cheap flights from Colombo to YYZ that include a stopover. To explore all your options leaving from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between CMB and YYZ include:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH)
Travelling from central Colombo to CMB takes around 50 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Colombo to Toronto Pearson International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these hotels close to Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport, 74% land on schedule at their destination.
About Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Colombo to Toronto Pearson International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near YYZ:
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Get the best deal by reserving your ride around three weeks ahead of your Colombo to Toronto Pearson International Airport flight.
Getting from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto
Central Toronto is around 27 kilometres from Toronto Pearson International Airport and takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
At the moment, R 9,689 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Toronto Pearson International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 15,892. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Colombo to YYZ, book early. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
Affordable Colombo to Toronto Pearson International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Colombo to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Colombo to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ). July is the peak month for travel to Toronto. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, head there in November.
The warmest month in Toronto is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Colombo to YYZ plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Search for cheap tickets from Colombo to Toronto Pearson International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF).
More about Toronto
After booking your flight from Colombo to Toronto Pearson International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Toronto:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be difficult to know where to begin. CN Tower, The Top CN Tower and Royal Ontario Museum are top attractions which should be on every Toronto itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
London is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be explored once you've seen Toronto. Around 153 kilometres away to the southwest, check out popular attractions including Forks of the Thames River, Falls View Park and Fanshawe Pioneer Village.
Kingston is another essential stop in Canada and is around 257 kilometres east of Toronto. No trip is complete without experiencing Fort Henry, Rideau Canal - Jones Falls Defensible Lockmasters House and Kingston Penitentiary.