Flying from Albany International Airport (ALB) to Toronto: what you need to know
Toronto and Albany (where Albany International Airport is located) share the UTC-4 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch when you arrive.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from ALB to Toronto. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're getting away during a peak month like August, arrive at the terminal even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. You can expect lines to be longer during high seasons like spring break and summer.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even tour another city. When browsing flights from ALB to Toronto, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
You won't need a visa for Canada if you hold a passport from United States and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements are subject to changes. So before booking your cheap tickets from Albany International Airport to Toronto, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest rules.
ALB is about 21 kilometres from central Albany. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 19 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 44 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near ALB? If you're catching an early flight from Albany International Airport to Toronto, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from Albany International Airport (ALB) to Toronto
$235 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Albany International Airport to Toronto. Return flights start from $507. These prices can change based on availability.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you're looking for flight tickets from ALB to Toronto. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Albany International Airport to Toronto across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Albany International Airport to Toronto, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is around 27 kilometres from the centre of Toronto. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 26 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 49 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near YYZ if you're taking a late flight from Albany International Airport to Toronto. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) is around 3 kilometres from central Toronto. After your flight from Albany International Airport to Toronto, it'll take you around 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the journey to take about 39 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from ALB to Toronto, kick back at a hotel close to YTZ. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Toronto
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Albany International Airport to Toronto. August is the most popular month to visit Toronto. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Albany International Airport to Toronto for July to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 14ºC to 28ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from ALB to Toronto in January when temperatures average between -12ºC and 1ºC.
More about Toronto
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Toronto right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Albany International Airport to Toronto:
CN Tower and Royal Ontario Museum are just the start of the leading attractions to put on your Toronto itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Complete your Toronto trip with a car rental
Pick one of our car rentals in Toronto and see the sights at your own pace. Easily compare options in one go to find the perfect set of wheels once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Albany International Airport to Toronto.