Flying from Ontario International Airport (ONT) to Toronto: what you need to know
Toronto is three hours ahead of Ontario, where Ontario International Airport is located. Toronto follows the UTC-5 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your ONT to Toronto flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from ONT to Toronto. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Las Vegas Harry Reid International Airport (LAS)
Nashville International Airport (BNA)
ONT is about 5 kilometres from central Ontario. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near ONT. Whether you have an early flight from Ontario International Airport to Toronto or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are all about convenience:
83% of flights departing from Ontario International Airport land at their destination on time. Given its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to be delayed when jetting out of ONT.
ONT is located at 2900 E. Airport Drive.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ontario International Airport (ONT) to Toronto
₹ 16,272 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Ontario International Airport to Toronto flight. A return plane ticket right now is ₹ 43,593. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from ONT to Toronto if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for your Ontario International Airport to Toronto ticket.
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Airports in Toronto
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto takes around 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 27 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Ontario International Airport to Toronto, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near YYZ:
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Toronto Pearson International Airport about three weeks before your flight from ONT to Toronto.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
The centre of Toronto is around 3 kilometres from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ). After your flight from Ontario International Airport to Toronto has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 10 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 20 minutes or so.
Following your ONT to Toronto flight, rest your head at a hotel near YTZ. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Score the best price by reserving your ride from YTZ one week in advance. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM)
Make your way to the city centre after your flight from Ontario International Airport to Toronto has landed. Central Toronto is about 72 kilometres from John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM) and takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to reach by taxi or ride-share.
Public transport can take you there in about 1 hour 50 minutes.
If you don't want to make your way to the centre, head for a hotel close to YHM. Make yourself comfy at one of these options after your ONT to Toronto flight:
Booking a couple of weeks in advance of your flight from Ontario International Airport to Toronto is a good move. Along with better deals, you'll likely have a better variety of makes and models to choose from at YHM.
Best time to go to Toronto
July is the most popular month for flights from Ontario International Airport to Toronto. To steer clear of the crowds, plan your trip to Toronto in January.
The warmest month in Toronto is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 28ºC. Book your Ontario International Airport to Toronto plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
February sees average temperatures of between -15ºC and 3ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from ONT to Toronto around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Toronto
After booking your flight from Ontario International Airport to Toronto, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Toronto:
The Top CN Tower and CN Tower are just two of the top-rated attractions to add to your Toronto to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Royal Ontario Museum.
Explore more of Canada
Toronto has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Canada you should also see. About 499 kilometres northeast of Toronto, a visit to Montreal will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Cirque du Soleil - KURIOS, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
Around 354 kilometres northeast of Toronto, Ottawa is another essential stop in Canada. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Rideau Canal National Historic Site, Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa.
