Travelling from Toronto to Ontario International Airport (ONT): What you need to know
The timezone in Ontario is UTC-8, which is three hours behind Toronto. Ontario International Airport is located in Ontario.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from Toronto to ONT. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like July or other busy periods mean longer queues and potential delays. Get a head start by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Toronto
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
YYZ is around 27 kilometres from central Toronto. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Toronto to Ontario International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to Toronto Pearson International Airport:
68% of flights taking off from Toronto Pearson International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
You can get to YTZ from the centre of Toronto in approximately 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 20 minutes to travel the 3 kilometres or so.
Flying out early in the morning? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport the day before your Toronto to ONT flight:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 70%.
John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM)
The trip to YHM from central Toronto is around 1 hour 50 minutes on public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to cover the 72 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early Toronto to Ontario International Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these hotels close to John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport and get to your gate feeling relaxed and unhurried:
Flights departing from YHM arrive at their destination within the expected time frame 68% of the time.
About Ontario International Airport (ONT)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Toronto to Ontario International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near ONT:
Booking your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Toronto to Ontario International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
The street address for ONT is 2900 E. Airport Drive.
Getting from Ontario International Airport (ONT) to central Ontario
From Ontario International Airport, central Ontario is around 10 kilometres away. It takes about 15 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Ontario International Airport (ONT)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Toronto to Ontario International Airport is $345. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $632. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Toronto to ONT. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Affordable Toronto to Ontario International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to Ontario International Airport (ONT)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Toronto to Ontario International Airport (ONT). July is the busiest month to visit Ontario. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, go in December.
Before locking in your Toronto to ONT plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Ontario, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 36ºC.
February sees temperatures of between 4ºC and 24ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Toronto to Ontario International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Ontario
Start your Ontario trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Toronto to Ontario International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Don't leave Ontario without discovering its leading sights. Graber Olive House should rank high on your to-do list.
Explore more of the United States
Ontario is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be explored. Around 153 kilometres south of Ontario, a visit to San Diego will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
If you want to check out another major destination in the United States, head for Bakersfield, roughly 193 kilometres northwest of Ontario. Kern County Museum, Rabobank Arena, Theatre & Convention Centre and Bakersfield Museum of Art are key highlights.