Flying from Frankfurt to Toronto: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your trip from in Frankfurt. Check out your options departing from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) or Hahn Airport (HHN) when reserving your flight from Frankfurt to Toronto.
When it comes to arriving in Toronto, get off the plane at Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) or Toronto Island Airport (YTZ). John C. Munro Hamilton Airport (YHM) is another major gateway to this city.
Around 8 hours 35 minutes is how long you'll be in transit on a direct Frankfurt to Toronto flight.
The timezone in Toronto is UTC-5, which is six hours behind Frankfurt.
With 26 flights a week between the two airports, Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is the busiest route. Board the earliest flight from Frankfurt to Toronto with Air Canada at 10:00. If you'd like to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest departure from FRA to YYZ is with Air Canada at 17:10.
Leave enough time to make your Frankfurt to Toronto flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as September. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
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Flying from Frankfurt
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
If you're looking for a direct flight from Frankfurt to Toronto, you can depart from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA). Get from FRA to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) without any stops.
You'll find a variety of airlines offering direct Frankfurt to Toronto plane tickets with departures from FRA, including:
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your Frankfurt to Toronto flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Frankfurt am Main Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL)
Calgary Airport (YYC)
FRA is about 11 kilometres from central Frankfurt. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 20 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Frankfurt am Main Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Frankfurt to Toronto or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Of the flights that depart from Frankfurt am Main Airport, 74% touch down on time at their destination.
Hahn Airport (HHN)
Split up your Frankfurt to Toronto flight with a stop so you can freshen up or cross another place off your list. Popular stopovers between Hahn Airport and Toronto include:
Barcelona Airport (BCN)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Porto Airport (OPO)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Frankfurt to HHN in around 2 hours 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 105 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 1 hour 25 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Frankfurt to Toronto? Check in to a hotel near Hahn Airport before your adventure officially starts. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
Hahn Airport has a strong track record for reliability and timeliness. 84% of flights leaving here land precisely when expected.
Arriving in Toronto
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The distance from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto is approximately 21 kilometres. It'll take you about 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near YYZ if you're coming in on a late flight from Frankfurt to Toronto. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Toronto Pearson International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion or Thrifty and experience more of Toronto and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Toronto Pearson International Airport about three weeks in advance of your Frankfurt to Toronto flight.
Toronto Island Airport (YTZ)
Toronto Island Airport (YTZ) is roughly 3 kilometres from the centre of Toronto. Once you've hopped off your flight from Frankfurt to Toronto, it takes approximately 10 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 20 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to YTZ. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from Frankfurt to Toronto:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Toronto Island Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Hertz, National or Avis and get going in the blink of an eye.
Don't pay more than you need to. Reserving your ride one week ahead of your arrival at YTZ will save you money.
John C. Munro Hamilton Airport (YHM)
John C. Munro Hamilton Airport (YHM) is roughly 72 kilometres from the centre of Toronto. It'll take you about 1 hour 10 minutes to reach the city centre by car once you've hopped off your flight from Frankfurt to Toronto.
Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour 50 minutes.
If you're new to the city, make life easier on arrival day by getting a place to stay near YHM. Unwind at Super 8 by Wyndham Mt Hope Hamilton Intl Arpt on or Homestead House Bed & Breakfast soon after your Frankfurt to Toronto flight.
Whether you want a budget-friendly compact just for you or a roomy SUV to fit the family, you'll find the ideal John C. Munro Hamilton Airport rental car for you. Browse wheels available here from companies such as Avis, National and Budget.
If you prefer a specific make or model, booking early gives you a better shot at snagging what you want. Reserve your ride from YHM at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Frankfurt to Toronto.
Best time to go to Toronto
November is the quietest month for flights from Frankfurt to Toronto, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Toronto based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Toronto is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 28ºC. Book your Frankfurt to Toronto ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Search for cheap flights from Frankfurt to Toronto in February if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -15ºC and 3ºC on average.
More about Toronto
Start your Toronto trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Frankfurt to Toronto, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Toronto Islands are top attractions which should feature on every Toronto itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
You've done Toronto, now it's time to explore more of Canada. Travel around 354 kilometres northeast to Ottawa to check off its top attractions. From Rideau Canal National Historic Site to Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 23 kilometres west of Toronto, Mississauga is another essential stop in Canada. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Lake Ontario, Living Arts Centre and Rattray Marsh Conservation Area.