Travelling from Toronto to Castries: what you need to know
When looking for a flight from Toronto to Castries, there's a good range of airports you can start your trip from. Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) are some of Toronto's main options.
When working out where to land in Castries, George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU) and Hewanorra Airport (UVF) are the major entry points.
Around 5 hours 20 minutes is how long you'll be in transit on a direct Toronto to Castries flight.
Castries's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Toronto.
The most popular route for flights from Toronto to Castries is from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Hewanorra Airport (UVF). You can select from five services every week between these two airports. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from YYZ to UVF is the 08:25 WestJet service. If you prefer to travel later, the last scheduled departure is at 09:25 with Air Canada.
Leave plenty of time to make your Toronto to Castries flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Castries
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Flying from Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
If you're looking for a direct flight from Toronto to Castries, you can leave from Pearson International Airport (YYZ). Travel from YYZ to Hewanorra Airport (UVF) in one seamless journey.
Secure your Toronto to Castries plane tickets with Air Canada. This carrier is a popular option for direct flights from YYZ.
YYZ is around 19 kilometres from central Toronto. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Toronto to Castries? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Pearson International Airport:
63.97% of flights that depart Pearson International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
YTZ is around 3 kilometres from central Toronto. It'll take 35 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not book an additional night away? Consider staying at one of these hotels near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport the day before your flight from Toronto to Castries:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 62%.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
YKF is around 80 kilometres from central Toronto. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, expect a journey time of around 4 hours 5 minutes.
Make catching an early Toronto to Castries flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels close to Region of Waterloo International Airport and head to your check-in counter without rushing:
Flights that leave from YKF touch down at their destination within the scheduled time frame 63.64% of the time.
Arriving in Castries
George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU)
George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU) to central Castries takes about 5 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 2 kilometres away.
It usually takes 40 minutes to get there on public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Toronto to Castries. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SLU instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a George F. L. Charles Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Drive A Matic, Final Rentals or Sixt and experience the lesser-explored corners of Castries and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from George F. L. Charles Airport around one week in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Hewanorra Airport (UVF)
Hewanorra Airport (UVF) is roughly 31 kilometres from central Castries. Following your flight from Toronto to Castries, it takes approximately 1 hour 10 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to UVF. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from Toronto to Castries:
Forget about public transport timetables or long cab lines. Grab a Hewanorra Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Check out the rates and availability from Drive A Matic, Sixt and Final Rentals.
Get exactly what you want. Booking your ride from UVF one week ahead of time often means more savings and a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Castries
February is the quietest month for flights from Toronto to Castries, while June is the most popular. Work out the best time to visit Castries based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Castries is September, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your Toronto to Castries ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
February sees average temperatures of between 24ºC and 28ºC. Search for cheap flights from Toronto to Castries around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Castries
After booking your flight from Toronto to Castries, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Castries:
Derek Walcott Square and Morne Fortune are a couple of leading attractions to add to your Castries travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Immaculate Conception Church.
Explore more of Saint Lucia
You've visited Castries, now it's time to explore other parts of Saint Lucia. Journey about 32 kilometres south to Vieux Fort to check off its top sights. From Maria Islands Museum to Anse Des Sables Beach and YoungFaith Park, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Any trip through Saint Lucia should include a visit to Micoud. Josephine Splash Park and Ti Rocher Community Park are highlights in this well-known destination, which is around 24 kilometres south-east of Castries.