Travelling from Philadelphia to Pearson International Airport (YYZ): What you need to know
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is Philadelphia's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Philadelphia to Pearson International Airport (YYZ) departing from here.
1 hour 40 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Philadelphia to Pearson International Airport flight.
Philadelphia and Toronto (where Pearson International Airport is located) share the UTC-4 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch when you land.
With 48 direct flights a week between the two airports, Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is the busiest route. Air Canada operates the earliest flight at 6:30am. If you're eager to get more out of your day before taking off, the last departure from PHL to YYZ is with American Airlines at 9:10pm.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Philadelphia to YYZ.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
You can hop on a direct flight from Philadelphia to Pearson International Airport (YYZ) out of Philadelphia International Airport (PHL).
When taking off from PHL, you can catch a direct flight from Philadelphia to Pearson International Airport with American Airlines.
American Airlines is the most frequently chosen airline for flights from PHL to YYZ.
American Airlines ranks as the top on-time carrier on this route, with 85.33% of its services arriving as scheduled.
Travelling from central Philadelphia to PHL takes around 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Philadelphia to Pearson International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near Philadelphia International Airport:
78.93% of flights taking off from Philadelphia International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
You'll find PHL at 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
TTN is around 56 kilometres from central Philadelphia. It takes 40 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 45 minutes.
Got an early start? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Trenton-Mercer Airport the day before your Philadelphia to YYZ flight:
Flights from Trenton-Mercer Airport have a reputation for punctuality, with 82.45% of them arriving as planned.
TTN is located at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
About Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
If you have a late flight from Philadelphia to Pearson International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near YYZ:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Pearson International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion or Thrifty and explore beyond Toronto's main sights.
Booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Philadelphia to Pearson International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto
From Pearson International Airport, central Toronto is around 27 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
R 1,717 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Pearson International Airport. Return flights start at R 4,496. These fares may change based on availability.
To snap up cheap flights from Philadelphia to YYZ, book your ticket one month before your departure date.
Organise your trip for June. That's the best month for landing a great bargain on Philadelphia to Pearson International Airport tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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The best time to fly from Philadelphia to Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding when to fly. February is the quietest month to visit Toronto. August is when most people book flights from Philadelphia to Pearson International Airport (YYZ), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Before locking in your Philadelphia to YYZ plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Toronto, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Philadelphia to Pearson International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF).
More about Toronto
Start your Toronto trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Philadelphia to Pearson International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
CN Tower and Skypod CN Tower are just the start of the top attractions to put on your Toronto travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Royal Ontario Museum.
Explore more of Canada
You've seen Toronto, now it's time to discover more of Canada. Journey about 153 kilometres south-west to London to tick off its top sights. From Forks of the Thames River to Falls View Park and Fanshawe Pioneer Village, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 257 kilometres east of Toronto, Kingston is another essential stop in Canada. No visit is complete without checking out Fort Henry, Rideau Canal - Jones Falls Defensible Lockmasters House and Kingston Penitentiary.