Travelling from Frankfurt to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ): What you need to know
Frankfurt's main base, Frankfurt Airport (FRA), is where many great holidays begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Frankfurt to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ).
The average time for a direct Frankfurt to Toronto Pearson International Airport flight is 8 hours 35 minutes.
The timezone in Toronto is UTC-5, which is six hours behind Frankfurt. Toronto Pearson International Airport is located in Toronto.
With 26 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is the busiest route. Air Canada operates the earliest flight at 10am. If you prefer to make the most of your day before taking off, the latest departure from FRA to YYZ is with Air Canada at 5:10pm.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Frankfurt to YYZ.
Travelling over a peak time such as September? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Frankfurt to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) can be booked from this terminal.
At FRA, there's a variety of carriers that operate direct flights from Frankfurt to Toronto Pearson International Airport, such as:
The top choice among passengers flying between FRA and YYZ is Air Canada.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate on this route is Lufthansa.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and maybe even explore another city. When searching for cheap flights from Frankfurt to YYZ leaving from Frankfurt Airport (FRA), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Here's where you could connect through:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ)
Travelling from central Frankfurt to FRA takes around 20 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near Frankfurt Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Frankfurt to Toronto Pearson International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
74% of flights leaving from Frankfurt Airport make it to their destination on time.
Frankfurt Hahn Airport (HHN)
Squeeze in an extra adventure with a stopover on your flight from Frankfurt to Toronto Pearson International Airport. Here's where you can connect between Frankfurt Hahn Airport and YYZ:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Porto Airport (OPO)
On public transport, you can travel from central Frankfurt to HHN in about 2 hours 10 minutes. The terminal is roughly 121 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 1 hour 25 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Frankfurt to YYZ flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Frankfurt Hahn Airport:
Frankfurt Hahn Airport has a track record for punctuality. 82% of flights departing here meet their scheduled arrival times without fail.
About Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Frankfurt to Toronto Pearson International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near YYZ instead:
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Frankfurt to Toronto Pearson International Airport flight.
Getting from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto
Toronto Pearson International Airport is around 27 kilometres from the centre of Toronto. It takes around 30 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Toronto Pearson International Airport is R 3,215. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 7,048. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Score cheap flights from Frankfurt to YYZ by booking four months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for landing a bargain.
Schedule your trip for September. That's the best month for landing an incredible deal on Frankfurt to Toronto Pearson International Airport tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Save on your flight from Frankfurt to Toronto Pearson International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
July is the busiest month for flights from Frankfurt to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ). Plan your visit to Toronto in January for a more low-key escape.
Before locking in your Frankfurt to YYZ plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Toronto, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Frankfurt to Toronto Pearson International Airport in February when temperatures are between -15ºC (5ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).
More about Toronto
Start your Toronto trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Frankfurt to Toronto Pearson International Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
CN Tower and The Top CN Tower are just the start of the major attractions to add to your Toronto to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Royal Ontario Museum.
Explore more of Canada
London is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Toronto. Around 153 kilometres away to the southwest, check out popular attractions including Forks of the Thames River, Fanshawe Pioneer Village and Storybook Gardens.
Kingston is another must-experience destination in Canada and is around 257 kilometres east of Toronto. No journey is complete without dropping by Fort Henry, Rideau Canal - Jones Falls Defensible Lockmasters House and Kingston Penitentiary.