Flying from New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport is 1 hour 50 minutes.
New York and Toronto are in the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Flights from JFK to YYZ start at 06:55 — the earliest with Air Canada. The last departure is at 21:10 with American Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of 43 weekly New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your JFK to YYZ flight.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
You can fly nonstop to Toronto, Canada. Jet off with one of these carriers that operate direct flights from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport:
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Delta.
Air Canada is the most punctual carrier that offers JFK to YYZ flights, with 77.1% of its services arriving as planned.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between JFK and YYZ:
Detroit Wayne County Airport
Washington Ronald Reagan Airport
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
R 1,971 is currently the lowest price for a one-way New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 4,601. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
Get cheap tickets from JFK to YYZ by booking seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
December is the cheapest month for flights from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
73% of flights departing from New York John F. Kennedy Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To reach New York John F. Kennedy Airport from central New York, it'll take around 45 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of about 50 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to JFK:
Arriving at Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Consider booking a hotel close to YYZ if you're catching a late New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Toronto Pearson International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion or Thrifty to explore Toronto and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Toronto Pearson International Airport around three weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto
From Toronto Pearson International Airport, Toronto is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The quietest month for a flight from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport is November, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Toronto based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Toronto is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your flights from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from JFK to YYZ in February. Average temperatures are between -15ºC (5ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) then.
Explore more of Canada
Montreal is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be explored after you've seen Toronto. Around 499 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Cirque du Soleil - KURIOS, 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 Rideau Canal National Historic Site, Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa.






















