Travelling from Toronto to Brasilia International Airport (BSB): What you need to know
Organising your flight from Toronto to Brasilia International Airport (BSB) begins with finding the most convenient airport to start your adventure from. Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) are your main options in Toronto.
Brasilia is one hour ahead of Toronto. Brasilia International Airport is located in Brasilia, which runs on the UTC-3 timezone.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Toronto to BSB.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Travelling from central Toronto to YYZ takes about 50 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Pearson International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Toronto to Brasilia International Airport, these stays will put you conveniently close to check-in:
63.97% of flights that leave from Pearson International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
You can arrive at YTZ from the centre of Toronto in approximately 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport takes roughly 40 minutes to cover the 3 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Toronto to BSB flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport:
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport has an on-time performance rate of 62.09%. This figure reflects how frequently flights that take off from this airport land on schedule.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
YKF is roughly 105 kilometres from central Toronto. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, expect a journey of around 4 hours 5 minutes.
Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay close to Region of Waterloo International Airport and know you'll reach the terminal with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Toronto to Brasilia International Airport flight:
The on-time performance record of YKF is 63.64%. In other words, that's how frequently flights that depart this airport arrive at their destination as planned.
About Brasilia International Airport (BSB)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Toronto to Brasilia International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near BSB:
Pick up a Brasilia International Airport rental car and explore Brasilia and beyond with your own wheels. Localiza, Unidas and Movida are top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride around two weeks ahead of your Toronto to Brasilia International Airport flight.
Getting from Brasilia International Airport (BSB) to central Brasilia
The centre of Brasilia is about 8 kilometres from Brasilia International Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary depending on time of day and traffic conditions, so do some research before you go.
Travelling on public transport takes about 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Brasilia International Airport (BSB)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Toronto to Brasilia International Airport is R 5,093. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 10,030. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Toronto to BSB. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
If you have some flexibility with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when searching for your Toronto to Brasilia International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to Brasilia International Airport (BSB)
April is the quietest month for flights from Toronto to Brasilia International Airport (BSB), while July is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to visit Brasilia based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Brasilia is September, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Toronto to BSB plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Toronto to Brasilia International Airport in July when temperatures are between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
More about Brasilia
Once you've booked your flight from Toronto to Brasilia International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Brasilia:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Cathedral of Brasília, Itamaraty Palace and Museu Nacional are must-do's during your Brasilia adventure.
Explore more of Brazil
You've done Brasilia, now it's time to explore other corners of Brazil. Journey about 177 kilometres south-west to Goiania to tick off its top attractions. From Teatro Goiânia Ouro to Macambira Anicuns park and CCB - Água Branca, your itinerary will be busy.
Aparecida de Goiânia is another must-experience destination in Brazil and is around 177 kilometres south-west of Brasilia. No trip is complete without visiting Mutirama Park, Chapel St. George and Parque Municipal Elmar Arantes Cabral.
