Travelling from Toronto to Georgetown: what you need to know
Organising your flight from Toronto to Georgetown begins with finding the most convenient airport to start your trip. Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) are the main departure points in Toronto.
Cheddi Jagan International Airport (GEO) and Ogle Airport (OGL) are Georgetown's chief entry points.
Around 6 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Toronto to Georgetown flight.
Toronto and Georgetown are both in the UTC-4 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Cheddi Jagan International Airport (GEO) is the most popular route between these two cities. There are three weekly departures to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from Toronto to Georgetown is with Caribbean Airlines at 16:50. Opt for the first YYZ to GEO departure operated by Caribbean Airlines at 15:55 to fit in more activities on your first day in Georgetown.
Leave enough time to make your Toronto to Georgetown flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a popular month like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Georgetown
To snag cheap Toronto to Georgetown flights, book your journey three months ahead of your departure.
The best month for finding cheap plane tickets from Toronto to Georgetown is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Flying from Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
If you're after a direct flight from Toronto to Georgetown, you can depart from Pearson International Airport (YYZ). Travel from YYZ to Cheddi Jagan International Airport (GEO) without making any stops.
Caribbean Airlines is a popular carrier that offers direct Toronto to Georgetown plane tickets from YYZ.
Travelling from central Toronto to YYZ takes around 50 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Toronto to Georgetown? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to Pearson International Airport:
63.97% of flights departing from Pearson International Airport land at their destination on time.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
You can get to YTZ from the centre of Toronto in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport will take roughly 40 minutes to cover the 3 kilometres or so.
You're off on holiday, so why not extend it with an additional night away? Think about kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport the day before your flight from Toronto to Georgetown:
62% of flights leaving Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport arrive according to schedule.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
YKF is around 80 kilometres from central Toronto. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, expect a journey time of around 4 hours 5 minutes.
Make taking an early Toronto to Georgetown flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these hotels near Region of Waterloo International Airport and get to your boarding gate with plenty of time to spare:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights touch down as expected. At YKF, that figure is 63.64%.
Arriving in Georgetown
Cheddi Jagan International Airport (GEO)
The distance from Cheddi Jagan International Airport (GEO) to central Georgetown is approximately 32 kilometres. It'll take you around 55 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Begin your adventure by picking up a Cheddi Jagan International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Alamo or National to explore Georgetown and beyond.
Booking your ride from Cheddi Jagan International Airport around four weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Ogle Airport (OGL)
Ogle Airport (OGL) is roughly 6 kilometres from the centre of Georgetown. Once you've disembarked your flight from Toronto to Georgetown, it'll take you approximately 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
There are some great places to call home for the night near OGL. Kick back after your Toronto to Georgetown flight at one of these well-located options:
Pick up an Ogle Airport rental car and set off toward new discoveries with your own set of wheels. Europcar is just moments from baggage claim, ensuring a fast and easy pick-up.
In general, the sooner you book, the bigger the savings and variety of vehicles. Secure your ride from OGL as soon as your plans are confirmed.
Best time to go to Georgetown
July is the busiest month for flights from Toronto to Georgetown. To escape the crowds, visit Georgetown in April.
Before locking in your Toronto to Georgetown tickets, consider what kind of weather works for you. September is the warmest month in Georgetown, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC to 35ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Toronto to Georgetown in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 20ºC and 31ºC on average.
More about Georgetown
Start your Georgetown trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Toronto to Georgetown, check out our selection of hotels including:
St. George's Cathedral and Guyana National Museum are just two of the top attractions to add to your Georgetown travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Promenade Gardens.
Explore more of Guyana
You've seen Georgetown, now it's time to discover other parts of Guyana. Travel about 88 kilometres south to Linden to tick off its must-visit sights. From Linden Sky Lake to bounceland amusement park and Blue Lake Linden, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Time for another stop? Make your way to New Amsterdam. It's around 97 kilometres south-east of Georgetown and features highlights like Keith And Sons Flower Garden.