Travelling from Toronto to Horta Airport (HOR): What you need to know
When planning your flight from Toronto to Horta Airport (HOR), there's a good range of airports you can take off from. Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) are Toronto's main options.
The timezone in Horta is UTC-1, which is three hours ahead of Toronto. Horta Airport is located in Horta.
Leave enough time to make your flight from Toronto to HOR. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Located around 27 kilometres from central Toronto, YYZ can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 50 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near Pearson International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Toronto to Horta Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Pearson International Airport, data shows 63.97% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
You can reach YTZ from central Toronto in approximately 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport will take roughly 40 minutes to cover the 3 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Toronto to HOR flight? Kick back in a hotel near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport before your break officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
62.09% of flights taking off from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport make it to their destination as expected.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
YKF is roughly 105 kilometres from central Toronto. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. If you're considering public transport, you can expect a journey of around 4 hours 5 minutes.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay near Region of Waterloo International Airport and know you'll make it to your boarding gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Toronto to Horta Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights reach their destinations without delays. At YKF, that figure is 63.64%.
About Horta Airport (HOR)
Have a late flight from Toronto to Horta Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Stay at one of these hotels near HOR and get cosy, quick:
Pick up a Horta Airport rental car and explore Horta and beyond with your own set of wheels. Auto Turistica, Ilha Verde and AUTATLANTIS are well-known companies to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle around two weeks before your Toronto to Horta Airport flight.
Getting from Horta Airport (HOR) to central Horta
The centre of Horta is roughly 8 kilometres from Horta Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary depending on time of day and traffic conditions, so do a little research before you go.
It takes roughly 30 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Horta Airport (HOR)
R 4,626 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Toronto to Horta Airport. Return flights start at R 10,545. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Toronto to HOR, book early. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to Horta Airport (HOR)
February is the quietest month for flights from Toronto to Horta Airport (HOR), while August is the busiest. Figure out the best time to go to Horta based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Before locking in your Toronto to HOR plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Horta, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
February has temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Toronto to Horta Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Horta
Once you've booked your flight from Toronto to Horta Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Horta:
Your visit to Horta isn't complete without checking out the sights. Major attractions you won't want to miss include Naturalist - Science & Tourism. Whale Watching, Church of the Holy Saviour and Cabeço do Fogo.
Explore more of Portugal
Horta will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Portugal waiting to be discovered. Around 274 kilometres east of Horta, a trip to Ponta Delgada will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Portas da Cidade, Seazores and Walking Trail - Rocha da Relva.
Around 290 kilometres east of Horta, Lagoa is another essential stop in Portugal. Experience major highlights starting with Church of Santa Cruz, Zona Balnear de Santa Cruz and Convento dos Franciscanos.
