Travelling from Houston to Pearson International Airport (YYZ): What you need to know
Houston is home to a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Houston to Pearson International Airport (YYZ) flying out of George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).
3 hours 15 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Houston to Pearson International Airport flight.
The timezone in Toronto is UTC-4, which is one hour ahead of Houston. Pearson International Airport is located in Toronto.
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is the most popular route. There are 28 direct weekly departures to choose from. If you prefer to head out later, hop on the last flight with United Airlines at 6:26pm. Go for the first IAH to YYZ departure operated by Air Canada at 7:20am if getting there sooner works for you.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from Houston to YYZ. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
With more travellers during high season, plan to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow extra time for delays.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Direct flights from Houston to Pearson International Airport (YYZ) operate from here.
United Airlines is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Houston to Pearson International Airport leaving from IAH.
The airline most travellers choose when flying between IAH and YYZ is United Airlines.
The carrier with the best punctuality score on this route is Air Canada. Its services land without delay 75.72% of the time.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from Houston to YYZ departing from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
The journey from central Houston to IAH takes around 50 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a comfortable hotel near George Bush Intercontinental Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Houston to Pearson International Airport, these accommodation options will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
Of the flights that depart from George Bush Intercontinental Airport, 78.42% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Split up your flight from Houston to Pearson International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Top stopovers between William P. Hobby Airport and YYZ include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
With public transport, you can travel from central Houston to HOU in around 1 hour 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 19 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 20 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near William P. Hobby Airport the day before your Houston to YYZ flight:
The majority of flights that leave William P. Hobby Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. It achieves a consistent on-time performance rate of 81.06%.
HOU is located at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Reserve a hotel close to YYZ if you have a late flight from Houston to Pearson International Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and say goodnight sooner:
Hit the road running by picking up a Pearson International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion or Thrifty to explore Toronto and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Houston to Pearson International Airport flight.
Getting from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto
Pearson International Airport is around 27 kilometres from central Toronto. It takes around 25 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Houston to Pearson International Airport is R 1,516. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 4,197. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
To snag cheap flights from Houston to YYZ, book your plane ticket one month ahead of your planned departure.
The best month for landing cheap Houston to Pearson International Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Think about the pace you're looking for when planning the timing of your trip. February is the quietest month to go to Toronto. August is when most people book flights from Houston to Pearson International Airport (YYZ), which may be perfect if you're after more excitement.
Lock in a Houston to YYZ plane ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Toronto to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January sees temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Houston to Pearson International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Toronto
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Toronto right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Houston to Pearson International Airport:
CN Tower and Skypod CN Tower are just two of the top-rated attractions to add to your Toronto must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Royal Ontario Museum.
Explore more of Canada
You've visited Toronto, now it's time to explore more of Canada. Travel about 153 kilometres south-west to London to check off its top attractions. From Forks of the Thames River to Falls View Park and Fanshawe Pioneer Village, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 257 kilometres east of Toronto, Kingston is another essential stop in Canada. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Fort Henry, Rideau Canal - Jones Falls Defensible Lockmasters House and Kingston Penitentiary.
