Travelling from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to Toronto: what you need to know
Approximately 5 hours 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Keflavik International Airport to Toronto.
Toronto is four hours behind Reykjavik, where Keflavik International Airport is located. Toronto runs on the UTC-4 timezone.
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is the most traveled route, with 12 weekly departures to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from KEF to YYZ is with Icelandair at 19:50. Choose the first departure with Air Canada at 09:50 if you want to fly out earlier.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your KEF to Toronto flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Begin your journey at KEF and fly nonstop to Pearson International Airport (YYZ). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Keflavik International Airport to Toronto tickets.
You'll have your pick of airlines that offer direct flights from Keflavik International Airport to Toronto. Get on board with any of these:
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your plane ticket from KEF to Toronto. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Travelling from central Reykjavik to KEF takes about 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near KEF. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Keflavik International Airport to Toronto or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
Of all flights leaving Keflavik International Airport, 66.96% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to Toronto
$676 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Keflavik International Airport to Toronto flight. A return plane ticket right now is $728. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
To score cheap flights from KEF to Toronto, reserve your trip one month ahead of your departure.
The best month for landing cheap Keflavik International Airport to Toronto tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is around 27 kilometres from the centre of Toronto. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 25 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Keflavik International Airport to Toronto. Check in to one of these accommodation options near YYZ instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Pearson International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion or Thrifty and explore beyond Toronto's usual tourist stops.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Pearson International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from KEF to Toronto.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
The centre of Toronto is located around 3 kilometres from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ). Once your flight from Keflavik International Airport to Toronto has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 35 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 40 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places to rest your head close to YTZ. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your KEF to Toronto flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Hertz, National and Avis make picking up a Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport rental car quick and easy. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Don't pay more than you need to. Reserving your ride one week before your arrival at YTZ can get you a lower rate.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
Find your way to the city centre after your flight from Keflavik International Airport to Toronto has landed. Central Toronto is about 105 kilometres from Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) and takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to get to by car.
Public transport will get you there in about 4 hours 5 minutes.
Enjoy a more leisurely start to your trip by choosing a hotel near YKF after your KEF to Toronto flight. Recover from a day of travel or simply take a moment to get your footing in a new city at:
Begin your travels without stressing about how to reach your destination with a Region of Waterloo International Airport rental car. You can book a set of wheels from reliable suppliers here like Avis, Enterprise and Budget.
If you're hoping for a particular make or model, booking early gives you a better shot at getting exactly what you want. Book your ride from YKF at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Keflavik International Airport to Toronto.
Best time to go to Toronto
Plan your trip to Toronto in peak season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Keflavik International Airport to Toronto in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
The warmest month in Toronto is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 28ºC. Book your Keflavik International Airport to Toronto flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap tickets from KEF to Toronto in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 1ºC on average.
More about Toronto
Start your Toronto trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Keflavik International Airport to Toronto, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Royal Ontario Museum, CN Tower and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Toronto itinerary.
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 north-east, check out popular attractions including Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
Around 354 kilometres north-east of Toronto, Ottawa is another favourite stop in Canada. Start your sightseeing at Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.