Arriving at the airport
Toronto int airport, identified by YYZ, is about 23 km from central Toronto in a straight line. After landing, follow signs for border control, baggage collection and arrivals. Keep your passport and travel documents ready, and check the airport’s current guidance for entry requirements.
Once you have collected your bags, follow the signs towards the public arrivals area. Information desks, accessible facilities, meeting points and ground transport signs are available, although layouts and services can change. If someone is collecting you, agree a meeting point before you leave baggage collection and check your flight status with them.
Getting into town
A private transfer is useful if you want a driver waiting after arrivals, help with luggage and a direct trip to your accommodation. Confirm the pickup instructions before travelling, especially if your flight is delayed. Check the booking details and the airport’s current guidance for the meeting area.
Taxis are available from the signed ground transport areas. Use the official rank rather than accepting an unsolicited offer inside the arrivals area, and confirm the destination before setting off. Public transport can be a practical choice for travellers heading towards central Toronto or connecting with the wider urban network. Check routes, service updates and payment options with the airport or transport provider before leaving.
Hire cars suit visitors planning trips beyond Toronto or travelling with flexible plans. Compare collection arrangements, insurance conditions, parking rules and fuel policies in advance. Traffic can be heavy around the airport, so allow extra flexibility when arranging onward plans.
Popular transfers from the airport
Common destinations include Downtown Toronto, about 20 km away in a straight line, Mississauga at about 10 km, and Brampton at about 11 km. Travellers also commonly book transfers to Scarborough, about 34 km away, Markham, about 34 km, and Richmond-Hill, about 25 km. These are straight-line distances, so road routes can be longer. Choose a transfer based on your accommodation’s exact location and the luggage space you need.
Flying home
For your return journey, leave Toronto with enough allowance for road conditions, vehicle collection, bag drop, security and any border or document checks that apply to your trip. Public transport may require changes, while a taxi or private transfer gives you a direct pickup. Check your airline and the airport for current arrival guidance, recommended departure planning and transport updates before leaving your accommodation.