Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to Pearson International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 7 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Toronto is UTC-4, which is four hours behind Edinburgh.
Take your pick of seven weekly Edinburgh Airport to Pearson International Airport flights. The 09:00 departure with Air Canada is the earliest you can take. WestJet operates the last service of the day at 11:20.
Your EDI to YYZ flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak month such as June? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Air Canada is your gateway to discovering Toronto (and perhaps some other great parts of Canada!). Browse the direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to Pearson International Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Air Canada.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Pearson International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between EDI and YYZ:
Halifax Stanfield International Airport
Dublin Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Currently, R 4,251 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Pearson International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 7,232. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Get cheap tickets from EDI to YYZ by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Pearson International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
Save time searching for cheap flights from EDI to YYZ by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Edinburgh Airport to Pearson International Airport.
Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
When it comes to Edinburgh Airport's on-time performance, 67.94% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 40 minutes on public transport.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near EDI. Whether you're catching an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Pearson International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on an Edinburgh Airport to Pearson International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near YYZ instead:
Grab a Pearson International Airport rental car and explore Toronto and beyond with your own set of wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion and Thrifty are leading providers to choose from here.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Pearson International Airport around three weeks before you set off.
Getting from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto
Pearson International Airport to the centre of Toronto has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
August is the most popular month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Pearson International Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Toronto in February.
When reserving your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Pearson International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Toronto, with the temperature ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF). Look for cheap tickets from EDI to YYZ sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Canada
Toronto has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Canada you'll want to see. Around 499 kilometres north-east of Toronto, a visit to Montreal will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
Around 354 kilometres north-east of Toronto, Ottawa is another essential stop in Canada. Experience major highlights starting with Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.