Flying from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ): what you need to know
The timezone in Toronto is UTC-4, which is six hours behind Cape Town.
Give yourself enough time to make your CPT to YYZ flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you want to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cape Town International Airport to Pearson International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between CPT and YYZ:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Cape Town International Airport to Pearson International Airport flight is R 10,062. A return plane ticket is currently R 13,533. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from CPT to YYZ if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Pearson International Airport.
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Handy information about Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Cape Town International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from CPT touch down on schedule 81.65% of the time.
Cape Town International Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Cape Town. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near CPT. Whether you have an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Pearson International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
If you have a late Cape Town International Airport to Pearson International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near YYZ:
Grab a Pearson International Airport rental car and discover Toronto and beyond with your own set of wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion and Thrifty are leading providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Pearson International Airport about three weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto
From Pearson International Airport, Toronto is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The quietest month for a flight from Cape Town International Airport to Pearson International Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Toronto based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Toronto is July, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your flights from Cape Town International Airport to Pearson International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CPT to YYZ in January. Temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF) then.
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