Travelling from Fort Lauderdale to Toronto: what you need to know
Fort Lauderdale's main base, Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL), is where many great holidays begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Toronto.
Toronto has a number of airports you can fly into. Touch down at Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Toronto Island Airport (YTZ) or John C. Munro Hamilton Airport (YHM).
Around 3 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Fort Lauderdale to Toronto flight.
Fort Lauderdale and Toronto are in the same timezone, UTC-5.
Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL) to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is the most popular route between these two cities. There are 41 flights a week to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from Fort Lauderdale to Toronto is with Air Canada at 22:50. Choose the first FLL to YYZ departure operated by Air Canada at 08:00 to fit in more activities on your first day in Toronto.
Leave plenty of time to catch your Fort Lauderdale to Toronto flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to Toronto
R 1,127 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Toronto. A return flight starts from R 2,741. These fares can change based on demand.
Book one month before flying. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap Fort Lauderdale to Toronto flights.
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Flying from Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL)
Depart from Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL) and fly straight through to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) or John C. Munro Hamilton Airport (YHM). If you're searching for a direct flight from Fort Lauderdale to Toronto out of FLL, those are your landing options.
Top airlines that offer direct Fort Lauderdale to Toronto plane tickets from FLL include:
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your Fort Lauderdale to Toronto flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Fort Lauderdale International Airport. Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA)
FLL is about 5 kilometres from central Fort Lauderdale. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Fort Lauderdale International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Fort Lauderdale to Toronto, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
75% of flights that depart Fort Lauderdale International Airport land at their destination on time.
You'll find FLL at 320 Terminal Drive.
Arriving in Toronto
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto takes around 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 21 kilometres away.
It typically takes 25 minutes to get there on public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Toronto. Check in to one of these accommodation options near YYZ instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Toronto Pearson International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion or Thrifty and explore beyond Toronto's main sights.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Toronto Pearson International Airport about three weeks in advance of your trip.
Toronto Island Airport (YTZ)
Toronto Island Airport (YTZ) is roughly 3 kilometres from central Toronto. Once you've hopped off your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Toronto, it'll take you approximately 10 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
Travelling by public transport will take approximately 20 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near YTZ. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Toronto:
Forget about public transport timetables or long taxi queues. Grab a Toronto Island Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare rates and availability from Hertz, National and Avis.
Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride one week ahead of your arrival at YTZ will help you stay within budget.
John C. Munro Hamilton Airport (YHM)
John C. Munro Hamilton Airport (YHM) is about 72 kilometres from the centre of Toronto. It'll take you about 1 hour 10 minutes to get to the city centre by ride-share or taxi once you've hopped off your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Toronto.
If you're using public transport, the journey time is about 1 hour 50 minutes.
After your Fort Lauderdale to Toronto flight, recharge at a hotel near the airport before continuing your journey. Super 8 by Wyndham Mt Hope Hamilton Intl Arpt on and Homestead House Bed & Breakfast are a short distance from YHM.
Start your trip without stressing about how to reach your destination with a John C. Munro Hamilton Airport rental car. Book your ideal wheels with trusted suppliers here like Avis, National and Budget.
If you're hoping for a specific model or make, booking early gives you a better shot at getting exactly what you want. Reserve your ride from YHM a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Toronto.
Best time to go to Toronto
November is the quietest month for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Toronto, while August is the busiest. Figure out the best time to visit Toronto based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in a Fort Lauderdale to Toronto ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Toronto to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
February has average temperatures of between -15ºC (5ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to Toronto around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Toronto
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Toronto right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Toronto:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Toronto Islands are popular attractions which should feature on every Toronto itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
You've visited Toronto, now it's time to discover more of Canada. Travel around 354 kilometres northeast to Ottawa to check off its leading attractions. From Rideau Canal National Historic Site to Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Mississauga is another standout destination in Canada and is around 23 kilometres west of Toronto. No trip is complete without seeing Lake Ontario, Living Arts Centre and Rattray Marsh Conservation Area.
