Travelling from Toronto to Vancouver: what you need to know
Start planning your holiday by checking out the most convenient departure point for your flight from Toronto to Vancouver. Explore the options for leaving from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) or Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ), two of the city's main airports.
The primary hubs where you can touch down in Vancouver are Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH).
5 hours 4 minutes is the time it takes on average for a direct flight from Toronto to Vancouver. Operating on the UTC-7 timezone, Vancouver is 3 hours behind Toronto.
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is the most traveled route that connects these two cities. There are 444 weekly departures to choose from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from Toronto to Vancouver is with Porter Airlines at 22:50. Opt for the first YYZ to YVR departure with Air Canada at 06:20 if you want to get going early.
To ensure you catch your flight from Toronto to Vancouver, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a popular month such as August? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
When flying domestically within Canada, you won't need a visa or passport. However, you'll have to show some kind of identification, such as a driver's licence or ID card. Once you've booked cheap flights from Toronto to Vancouver, make sure your ID is up to date.
Flying from Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
You can get a direct flight from Toronto to Vancouver departing from Pearson International Airport (YYZ). Begin your journey at YYZ and land at Vancouver International Airport (YVR).
Choose from a variety of carriers that offer direct flights from Toronto to Vancouver departing from YYZ. Book your ticket with one of these:
YYZ is around 27 kilometres from central Toronto. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 26 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 49 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Toronto to Vancouver? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near Pearson International Airport:
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
On public transport, you can travel from central Toronto to YTZ in about 39 minutes. The terminal is roughly 3 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 35 minutes.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before your flight from Toronto to Vancouver? Relax in a hotel near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
Arriving in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to the centre of Vancouver takes around 26 minutes by car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 33 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Toronto to Vancouver. Stay at one of these accommodation options near YVR instead:
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
Central Vancouver is around 2 kilometres from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH). Once your flight from Toronto to Vancouver has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of about 5 minutes.
You can also opt for public transport, which will take around 16 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable stays where you can rest ahead of your adventure near CXH. Unwind after your flight from Toronto to Vancouver at any of these well-located options:
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Vancouver
Currently, P2,790 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Toronto to Vancouver. The cheapest price for a return flight is P6,363. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 6 months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from Toronto to Vancouver.
The cheapest month for tickets from Toronto to Vancouver is February. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the lowest fare.
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Best time to go to Vancouver
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Toronto to Vancouver. August is the most popular month to travel to Vancouver. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Vancouver is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 24ºC. Book your flights from Toronto to Vancouver in this month if you like this kind of weather.
December has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Toronto to Vancouver sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Vancouver
Once you've booked your flight from Toronto to Vancouver, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Vancouver:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Stanley Park, Granville Island and Science World are top sights which should be on any good Vancouver itinerary.
Complete your Vancouver trip with a car rental
Explore our range of car rentals once you've found your hotel and cheap flight from Toronto to Vancouver. Whether you're searching for a compact ride, roomy sedan or anything in between, you can compare companies in one go to find the perfect deal.