Travelling from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ): what you need to know
9 hours 5 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Pearson International Airport. Toronto is 5 hours behind Zurich and is in the UTC-4 timezone.
Take your pick of 15 weekly flights from Zurich Airport to Pearson International Airport. The 09:55 departure with SWISS is the earliest available from ZRH to YYZ. Air Canada operates the latest service of the day at 21:30 if early mornings aren't your thing.
Travelling over a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
SWISS has direct flights from Zurich Airport to Pearson International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, and get ready to check out the sights in Toronto — plus maybe even more of Canada if you have time.
To see if you need a visa to enter Canada, check with your airline and the local embassy or consulate. They'll provide you with the latest information, including any other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from ZRH to YYZ.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Zurich Airport to Pearson International Airport is $476. The cheapest price for a return flight is $685. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap flight tickets from ZRH to YYZ by booking at least 10 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Zurich Airport to Pearson International Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Travelling from central Zurich to Zurich Airport takes around 1 hour and 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 19 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a convenient hotel close to ZRH? If you're boarding an early flight from Zurich Airport to Pearson International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Zurich Airport to Pearson International Airport, nothing tops 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 hotels near YYZ:
Getting from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto
From Pearson International Airport, Toronto is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 26 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 49 minutes.
When to fly to Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Zurich Airport to Pearson International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Toronto. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Zurich Airport to Pearson International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Toronto, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 28ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ZRH to YYZ in January. Average temperatures are between -12ºC and 1ºC then.
More about Toronto
If you're looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the best places to stay in Toronto right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from ZRH to YYZ:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District are top sights which should feature on any good Toronto itinerary.
If you're looking for more choice and flexibility when planning your trip, consider arriving or departing from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ). This international airport is another good option for getting to and from Toronto.
Complete your Toronto trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to Pearson International Airport — next on the list is finding a great stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Toronto.