Flying from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Toronto: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Calgary International Airport to Toronto is 4 hours 20 minutes.
Calgary International Airport is located in Calgary. Based in the UTC-4 timezone, Toronto is two hours ahead of Calgary.
With 170 flights a week between the two airports, Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is the most popular route. Air Canada operates the earliest flight at 00:05. If you prefer to make the most of your day before leaving, the latest departure from YYC to YYZ is with Air Canada at 23:55.
Give yourself enough time to make your YYC to Toronto flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. A good general rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
You can travel nonstop from YYC to Toronto. Take your pick of these arrival points when booking your Calgary International Airport to Toronto ticket:
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
John C. Munro Hamilton Airport (YHM)
Popular airlines that offer direct flights from Calgary International Airport to Toronto include:
Located around 10 kilometres from the centre of Calgary, YYC can be reached in about 20 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 1 hour.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near YYC. Whether you've booked an early flight from Calgary International Airport to Toronto or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
65.39% of flights that leave from Calgary International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
The address for YYC is 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
How to find the cheapest flights from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Toronto
R 871 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Calgary International Airport to Toronto flight. A return ticket right now is R 1,751. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To secure cheap flights from YYC to Toronto, reserve your trip ten months before your departure date.
The best month for finding cheap Calgary International Airport to Toronto tickets is February. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The distance from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto is roughly 27 kilometres. It takes about 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 50 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel near YYZ if you're coming in on a late flight from Calgary International Airport to Toronto. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about rest:
Follow your own route with a Pearson International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion or Thrifty and see more of Toronto and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Pearson International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from YYC to Toronto.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
After your flight from Calgary International Airport to Toronto has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central Toronto is roughly 3 kilometres from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ).
You can expect the trip to take about 40 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel close to YTZ. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your YYC to Toronto flight:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Hertz, National or Avis and set off in the blink of an eye.
Snap up the best price by reserving your ride from YTZ one week in advance. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
Hop off your flight from Calgary International Airport to Toronto and head for your hotel or start taking in the sights right away. The centre of Toronto is around 105 kilometres from Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) and usually takes 1 hour 15 minutes to drive there.
The journey will take about 4 hours 5 minutes if you use public transport.
Stay at a hotel close to YKF and get from baggage claim to your bed in a snap. Whether you're arriving on a late YYC to Toronto flight or just want to keep your travel plans simple, these accommodation options bring comfort closer to you:
Begin your trip without stressing about how to get to where you're going with a Region of Waterloo International Airport rental car. Book your wheels with trusted suppliers here like Avis, Enterprise and Budget.
Booking at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from Calgary International Airport to Toronto is a smart way to go. As well as better prices, you'll have a wider selection of vehicle makes and models at YKF.
Best time to go to Toronto
Before scheduling your flights from Calgary International Airport to Toronto, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Toronto offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the off-season brings better hotel deals and smaller crowds.
Before booking a Calgary International Airport to Toronto flight ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Toronto, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from YYC to Toronto in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF) on average.
More about Toronto
After booking your flight from Calgary International Airport to Toronto, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Toronto:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Royal Ontario Museum, CN Tower and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District are must-visits when exploring Toronto.
Explore more of Canada
Toronto will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Canada just waiting to be explored. About 499 kilometres north-east of Toronto, a visit to Montreal will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Canada, consider Ottawa, about 354 kilometres north-east of Toronto. Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada are key highlights.