Flights to Toronto

Toronto is Canada's largest city, on Lake Ontario, and receives more than 26 million visitors a year. It is served by Pearson, about 20 km northwest of downtown, and by Billy Bishop on the waterfront. Winters are cold and summers warm.

Airports
YYZ, YTZ
Currency
CAD
Passport needed
Yes
US cities with nonstops
1

Fares to Toronto

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Flights to Toronto from US cities

Airports in Toronto and getting into town

YYZ

Toronto Pearson International Airport

12 miles (20 km) from the city centre. 46.8 million passengers in 2024

HowRouteTimeCost
TrainUP Express to Union Station, trains every 15 minutesabout 28m$12.35 one way (standard fare)
BusTTC Airport Express bus to Kipling station on Line 2, 24 hours––
YTZ

Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport

1.8 million passengers in 2025

HowRouteCost
On foot240 m pedestrian tunnel from the mainland, or a free shuttle bus from York and Front Streetsfree shuttle

Travel essentials for Toronto

Entry requirements for US citizens

US citizens need a valid passport and no visa for stays under 180 days.

A valid passport is required; US citizens may also use a passport card or NEXUS card at land and sea crossings, but a passport card cannot be used for flights. Stays over 180 days generally need authorization from Canadian immigration. Criminal convictions such as DUI can bar entry.

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Currency
Canadian dollar (CAD)
Language
English, French
Plugs
Type A and B, 120 V
Time zone
America/Toronto

When to visit Toronto

June to September is warm, with July highs near 81 F. Winters are cold, with January highs near freezing.

Busiest: Jun-Aug. Quieter shoulder season: May, Sep-Oct.

Average temperatures in Toronto (°F)

10°30°50°70°90°Jan: average high 32°F (0°C), low 20°F (-7°C)20°JanFeb: average high 33°F (1°C), low 21°F (-6°C)FebMar: average high 41°F (5°C), low 29°F (-2°C)MarApr: average high 53°F (12°C), low 39°F (4°C)AprMay: average high 66°F (19°C), low 50°F (10°C)MayJun: average high 76°F (24°C), low 60°F (16°C)JunJul: average high 81°F (27°C), low 65°F (18°C)81°JulAug: average high 79°F (26°C), low 64°F (18°C)AugSep: average high 72°F (22°C), low 57°F (14°C)SepOct: average high 58°F (14°C), low 46°F (8°C)OctNov: average high 47°F (8°C), low 36°F (2°C)NovDec: average high 37°F (3°C), low 27°F (-3°C)Dec
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MonthAvg highAvg low
Jan32°F (0°C)20°F (-7°C)
Feb33°F (1°C)21°F (-6°C)
Mar41°F (5°C)29°F (-2°C)
Apr53°F (12°C)39°F (4°C)
May66°F (19°C)50°F (10°C)
Jun76°F (24°C)60°F (16°C)
Jul81°F (27°C)65°F (18°C)
Aug79°F (26°C)64°F (18°C)
Sep72°F (22°C)57°F (14°C)
Oct58°F (14°C)46°F (8°C)
Nov47°F (8°C)36°F (2°C)
Dec37°F (3°C)27°F (-3°C)

Tips for visiting Toronto

  • Pearson's UP Express reaches Union Station in 28 minutes, running about 5:27 a.m. to 12:57 a.m.
  • Billy Bishop has a US border preclearance facility that opened March 10, 2026, for some US-bound flights.
  • Bring a passport; a passport card does not work for flying into Canada.
  • Costs are in Canadian dollars and the UP Express fare is $12.35 one way.

Frequently asked questions

Which airports serve Toronto?

Toronto is served by Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) and Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ). Toronto Pearson International Airport handled about 46.8 million passengers in 2024.

Do US citizens need a visa for Toronto?

US citizens need a valid passport and no visa for stays under 180 days. A valid passport is required; US citizens may also use a passport card or NEXUS card at land and sea crossings, but a passport card cannot be used for flights. Stays over 180 days generally need authorization from Canadian immigration. Criminal convictions such as DUI can bar entry.

When is the best time to visit Toronto?

June to September is warm, with July highs near 81 F. Winters are cold, with January highs near freezing.

How do I get from Toronto Pearson International Airport to the city centre?

UP Express to Union Station, trains every 15 minutes, about 28 minutes, $12.35 one way (standard fare). Other options include ttc airport express bus to kipling station on line 2, 24 hours.

Which US cities have nonstop flights to Toronto?

Among the cities we cover, Miami (about 3h 30m) have nonstop service to Toronto as of October 2026.

What currency is used in Toronto?

Toronto uses the Canadian dollar (CAD).

Sources

Information checked in October 2026. Schedules, fares and entry rules change, so confirm with the airline or the official source before you travel.

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