Travelling from Seoul to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ): What you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in Seoul. Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from Seoul to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) departing from here.
Expect to be in the air for 13 hours 15 minutes. That's the average time for a direct Seoul to Toronto Pearson International Airport flight.
The timezone in Toronto is UTC-5, which is 14 hours behind Seoul. Toronto Pearson International Airport is located in Toronto.
The most popular route is from Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), with 13 direct weekly services. If you're not one for hanging around, the earliest flight from ICN to YYZ is the 9:35am Korean Air option. If a later flight fits your day better, the final departure is at 8:10pm with Air Canada.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Seoul to YYZ.
Travelling during a popular month like January? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Seoul
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Go straight to your destination from Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN). Nonstop flights from Seoul to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) can be booked from here.
You can travel on a direct flight from Seoul to Toronto Pearson International Airport with Korean Air. This popular carrier operates services from ICN.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Korean Air between ICN and YYZ.
Air Canada sets the standard for punctuality. A reliable 84.78% of its departures on this route complete the journey on schedule.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Seoul to YYZ. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
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ICN is around 48 kilometres from central Seoul. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel near Seoul Incheon International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Seoul to Toronto Pearson International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
74% of flights leaving from Seoul Incheon International Airport reach their destination on time.
Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Turn your flight into part of the adventure with a stopover on your flight from Seoul to Toronto Pearson International Airport. Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) is a great option between Seoul Gimpo International Airport and YYZ.
You can reach GMP from central Seoul in approximately 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes to cover the 16 kilometres or so.
Flying out early in the morning? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Seoul Gimpo International Airport the day before your Seoul to YYZ flight:
Seoul Gimpo International Airport has a strong track record for reliability and timeliness. 80% of flights taking off from here arrive right when they're supposed to.
About Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Book a hotel close to YYZ if you're catching a late flight from Seoul to Toronto Pearson International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and call it a night faster:
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Seoul to Toronto Pearson International Airport flight.
Getting from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto
Central Toronto is around 27 kilometres from Toronto Pearson International Airport and takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seoul to Toronto Pearson International Airport is R 8,834. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 15,438. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Seoul to YYZ. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you have some flexibility with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Seoul to Toronto Pearson International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Seoul to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
January is the quietest month for flights from Seoul to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), while July is the most popular. Work out the best time to visit Toronto based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Toronto is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Seoul to YYZ plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Seoul to Toronto Pearson International Airport in February if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -15ºC (5ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).
More about Toronto
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