Travelling from Philadelphia to Toronto: what you need to know
Planning your trip starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in Philadelphia. Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Philadelphia to Toronto taking off from here.
When jetting into Toronto, hop off the plane at Pearson International Airport (YYZ) or Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ). Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) is another way to get to this city.
Around 1 hour 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Philadelphia to Toronto flight.
Philadelphia and Toronto follow the same timezone, UTC-4.
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is the most traveled route that connects these two cities. There are 48 flights a week to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from Philadelphia to Toronto is with American Airlines at 21:10. Choose the first PHL to YYZ departure operated by Air Canada at 06:30 to maximise your time in Toronto.
For a stress-free start to your trip, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your Philadelphia to Toronto flight.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Toronto
£78 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Toronto. Return flights start from £192. These prices may change based on availability.
To score cheap Philadelphia to Toronto flights, book your trip three months ahead of your planned departure.
June is the best month for landing an incredible deal on a plane ticket from Philadelphia to Toronto. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Flying from Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
If you're looking for a direct flight from Philadelphia to Toronto, you can leave from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). Get from PHL to Pearson International Airport (YYZ) without any stops.
American Airlines is a popular carrier that offers direct Philadelphia to Toronto plane tickets from PHL.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your Philadelphia to Toronto flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Philadelphia International Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Located around 11 kms (7 miles) from central Philadelphia, PHL can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to Philadelphia International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Philadelphia to Toronto, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Of all flights leaving Philadelphia International Airport, 78.93% land on schedule at their destination.
The address for PHL is 8500 Essington Ave.
Arriving in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto takes about 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 19 kms (12 miles) away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 50 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Philadelphia to Toronto. Reserve one of these accommodation options near YYZ instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Pearson International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion or Thrifty and explore beyond Toronto's main sights.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Pearson International Airport about three weeks in advance of your Philadelphia to Toronto flight.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
After your flight from Philadelphia to Toronto has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central Toronto is roughly 3 kms (2 miles) from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ).
If you hop on public transport, the journey will take you 40 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to YTZ. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from Philadelphia to Toronto:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz, National or Avis and make a speedy getaway.
Get the pick of the lot. Reserving your ride from YTZ one week ahead of time often means lower prices and a greater range of vehicles.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) is roughly 80 kms (50 miles) from central Toronto. It'll take you about 1 hour 15 minutes to reach the city centre by cab or ride-share after your flight from Philadelphia to Toronto.
The journey takes roughly 4 hours 5 minutes on public transport.
If you don't want to make the journey to the centre, choose a hotel near YKF. Make yourself comfy at one of these stays after your Philadelphia to Toronto flight:
Whether you'd like an economy for solo travel or a spacious SUV to fit the family, you'll find the ideal Region of Waterloo International Airport rental car for you. Explore the range of wheels available here from suppliers such as Avis, Enterprise and Budget.
Booking a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Philadelphia to Toronto is always a good idea. Along with more affordable prices, you'll have a wider selection of vehicle makes and models at YKF.
Best time to go to Toronto
August is the busiest month for flights from Philadelphia to Toronto. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Toronto in February.
Book a Philadelphia to Toronto ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Toronto to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF). Look for cheap flights from Philadelphia to Toronto around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Toronto
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Toronto right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Philadelphia to Toronto:
CN Tower and Royal Ontario Museum are just two of the popular attractions to put on your Toronto must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Explore more of Canada
Toronto is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Canada you'll want to see. About 310 miles north-east of Toronto, a visit to Montreal will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
Ottawa is another must-experience destination in Canada and is around 220 miles north-east of Toronto. No trip is complete without seeing Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.