Travelling from Toronto to Edmonton International Airport (YEG): what you need to know
Start your travels at one of Toronto's main airports, Pearson International Airport (YYZ) or Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ). Check out your options for booking a flight from Toronto to Edmonton International Airport (YEG) departing from either of these.
4 hours 15 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Toronto to Edmonton International Airport.
Edmonton is 2 hours behind Toronto. Edmonton International Airport is located in Edmonton, which operates on the UTC-6 timezone.
With 131 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Edmonton International Airport (YEG) is the most popular route. Flair Airlines operates the earliest flight at 06:45. If you'd like to make the most of your day before leaving, the last flight from YYZ to YEG is with Porter Airlines (Canada) Ltd at 22:50.
Your flight from Toronto to YEG won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Toronto to Edmonton International Airport (YEG) leave from this terminal.
You'll have your choice of carriers offering direct flights from Toronto to Edmonton International Airport departing from YYZ. Book your seat with one of these:
YYZ is about 27 kilometres from central Toronto. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 26 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 49 minutes.
Have an early flight from Toronto to Edmonton International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near Pearson International Airport:
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Prefer to leave from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)? You can reserve a direct flight from Toronto to Edmonton International Airport (YEG) departing from this busy hub.
You can pick from a variety of airlines operating direct flights from Toronto to YEG departing from YTZ. Jet off with any of these carriers and travel straight to your destination:
YTZ is around 3 kilometres from central Toronto. It takes 35 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 39 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Toronto to YEG, take things easy in one of these hotels close to Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport:
About Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Toronto to Edmonton International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near YEG:
Getting from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to central Edmonton
Edmonton International Airport to the centre of Edmonton is around 34 minutes by car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 10 minutes to get there by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
P3,704 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Toronto to Edmonton International Airport. Return flights start from P8,005. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
You're more likely to score cheap tickets from Toronto to YEG if you book 5 months ahead of takeoff. We crunched the flight price data and found that's when fares on this route tend to be at their lowest.
To get the best deal on your tickets from Toronto to Edmonton International Airport, book your trip for February (it's when flights are cheapest). Got flexible travel dates? Use the 'Whole month' search function to find the most affordable day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
May is the quietest time of year to travel to Edmonton. Alternatively, join the crowds and take your trip in July. This is the most popular month for flights from Toronto to Edmonton International Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
The warmest month in Edmonton is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC and 25ºC. Lock in your flights from Toronto to YEG in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap flights from Toronto to Edmonton International Airport in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -25ºC and 0ºC on average.
More about Edmonton
Start your Edmonton trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Toronto to Edmonton International Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Royal Alberta Museum, Fort Edmonton Park and Alberta Legislature Building are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Edmonton itinerary.
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