Travelling from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Toronto: what you need to know
Around 7 hours 50 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Frankfurt Airport to Toronto.
Toronto is six hours behind Frankfurt, where Frankfurt Airport is located. Toronto follows the UTC-5 timezone.
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is the most traveled route, with 26 flights a week to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from FRA to YYZ is with Air Canada at 17:10. Go for the first departure with Air Canada at 10:00 if you want to get on your way earlier.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your FRA to Toronto flight.
During popular months such as September, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
Direct Frankfurt Airport to Toronto tickets are available for booking. Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is where you'll be landing.
Well-known airlines that offer direct flights from Frankfurt Airport to Toronto include:
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even tick off a new city. When searching for plane tickets from FRA to Toronto, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Travelling from central Frankfurt to FRA takes around 20 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Frankfurt Airport to Toronto? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to FRA:
When it comes to Frankfurt Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Toronto
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Frankfurt Airport to Toronto flight is R 4,872. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 9,426. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from FRA to Toronto, book your journey four months before your planned departure.
September is the best month for nabbing an awesome deal on Frankfurt Airport to Toronto tickets. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Airports in Toronto
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The distance from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto is roughly 27 kilometres. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to YYZ if you have a late flight from Frankfurt Airport to Toronto. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Toronto Pearson International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from FRA to Toronto.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Once your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Toronto has touched down, you can get to the city centre in about 10 minutes by car. Central Toronto is roughly 3 kilometres from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ).
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 20 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near YTZ. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your FRA to Toronto flight:
Get the pick of the lot. Securing your ride from YTZ one week in advance often means more savings and a greater range of vehicles.
John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM)
Head to the city centre after your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Toronto has touched down. Central Toronto is around 72 kilometres from John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM) and takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to reach by taxi or ride-share.
The journey will take around 1 hour 50 minutes by public transport.
If you don't want to travel to the centre, choose a hotel close to YHM. Check in to one of these stays after your FRA to Toronto flight:
If you prefer a certain make or model, booking early increases your chances of finding what you want. Secure your ride from YHM at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Toronto.
Best time to go to Toronto
July is the busiest month for flights from Frankfurt Airport to Toronto. To skip the crowds, head to Toronto in January.
Lock in a Frankfurt Airport to Toronto plane ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from FRA to Toronto in February when temperatures average between -15ºC (5ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).
More about Toronto
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Toronto right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Toronto:
The Top CN Tower and CN Tower are a couple of top-rated attractions to put on your Toronto itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Royal Ontario Museum.
Explore more of Canada
You've done Toronto, now it's time to discover more of Canada. Journey about 499 kilometres northeast to Montreal to check off its popular sights. From Cirque du Soleil - KURIOS to Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're ready to explore another side of Canada, head for Ottawa, about 354 kilometres northeast of Toronto. Rideau Canal National Historic Site, Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa are key reasons to visit.