Travelling from Richmond International Airport (RIC) to Toronto: what you need to know
Richmond (the location of Richmond International Airport) and Toronto follow the same timezone — UTC-5.
Leave enough time to catch your RIC to Toronto flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from RIC to Toronto with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. The most sought-after stopovers include:
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RIC is about 11 kilometres from central Richmond. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near RIC. Whether you've booked an early flight from Richmond International Airport to Toronto or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
74% of flights that depart Richmond International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
RIC is located at 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.
How to find the cheapest flights from Richmond International Airport (RIC) to Toronto
₹ 20,667 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Richmond International Airport to Toronto flight. A return ticket right now is ₹ 44,779. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from RIC to Toronto if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
Landing cheap tickets from Richmond International Airport to Toronto is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to get the lowest prices across every month and walk away with an awesome deal.
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Airports in Toronto
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The distance from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto is roughly 27 kilometres. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 25 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel close to YYZ if you have a late flight from Richmond International Airport to Toronto. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Toronto Pearson International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from RIC to Toronto.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) is around 3 kilometres from the centre of Toronto. Once you've hopped off your flight from Richmond International Airport to Toronto, it'll take you around 10 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 20 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places to rest your head close to YTZ. Unwind and get cosy after your RIC to Toronto flight at any of these well-located options:
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Reserving your ride from YTZ one week in advance often means lower prices and a wider range of vehicles.
John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM)
Make tracks for the city centre after your flight from Richmond International Airport to Toronto has arrived. Central Toronto is around 72 kilometres from John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM) and takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to reach by car.
Public transport will take you there in roughly 1 hour 50 minutes.
If you don't want to travel into the centre, find a hotel near YHM. Get comfortable at one of these stays after your RIC to Toronto flight:
Booking a couple of weeks in advance of your flight from Richmond International Airport to Toronto is always smart. In addition to better deals, you'll have a wider selection of vehicle makes and models at YHM.
Best time to go to Toronto
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Richmond International Airport to Toronto. July is the busiest month to travel to Toronto. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Toronto is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your Richmond International Airport to Toronto plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from RIC to Toronto in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -15ºC and 3ºC on average.
More about Toronto
Start your Toronto trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Richmond International Airport to Toronto, check out our selection of hotels including:
The Top CN Tower and CN Tower are just a couple of the leading attractions to add to your Toronto itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Royal Ontario Museum.
Explore more of Canada
Montreal is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be discovered after you've seen Toronto. Around 499 kilometres away to the northeast, top sights here include Cirque du Soleil - KURIOS, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
Ottawa is another favourite destination in Canada and is around 354 kilometres northeast of Toronto. No trip is complete without experiencing Rideau Canal National Historic Site, Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa.
