Flying from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) to Seoul: what you need to know
Seoul is 13 hours ahead of Toronto, where Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport is located. Seoul follows the UTC+9 timezone.
To avoid rushing for your YTZ to Seoul flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like July, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
Located around 3 kilometres from the centre of Toronto, YTZ can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 40 minutes.
In search of a hotel near YTZ? If you've booked an early flight from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport to Seoul, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Of the flights that depart from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, 62.09% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) to Seoul
R 7,583 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport to Seoul flight. A return plane ticket starts from R 14,733. These prices can change based on demand.
Booking in advance is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from YTZ to Seoul. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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Airports in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
The centre of Seoul is about 48 kilometres from Incheon International Airport (ICN). How long it takes to drive there will vary depending on time of day, so do a little research ahead of time.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 45 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport to Seoul. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ICN instead:
Grab an Incheon International Airport rental car and discover Seoul and beyond with your own wheels. WECAR, Hi Rent A Car and Alamo are top outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Incheon International Airport around four weeks before your flight from YTZ to Seoul.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Gimpo International Airport (GMP) is around 16 kilometres from central Seoul. Explore your options for heading into town after your flight from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport to Seoul has touched down.
Travelling by public transport will take about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Following your YTZ to Seoul flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel near GMP. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
GOGO Rent a Car, Gogo Rental Car Seoul and Hi Rent A Car make collecting a Gimpo International Airport rental car quick and easy. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Get the pick of the lot. Securing your ride from GMP one week ahead of time often means better deals and a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Seoul
Travel to Seoul in peak season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport to Seoul during low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Book a Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport to Seoul flight ticket with a departure in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from YTZ to Seoul in January when temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).
More about Seoul
Start your Seoul trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport to Seoul, check out our range of accommodation options including:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Bukchon Hanok Village, Gyeongbokgung Palace and N Seoul Tower are essential stops on your Seoul itinerary.
Explore more of South Korea
You've done Seoul, now it's time to discover more of South Korea. Journey about 322 kilometres south-east to Busan to check off its top sights. From Haeundae Beach to Gamcheon Culture Village and Beomeosa Temple, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Daegu is another well-known destination in South Korea and is around 241 kilometres south-east of Seoul. No trip is complete without visiting Duryu Park People's Garden, E-World and Apsan Park.