Flight To Toronto

By Flavia Voican · Updated 2026-04-20 · General Flights

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Average round-trip price from New York (JFK) to Toronto Pearson (YYZ) in April 2026 is $548, according to FlightAware's Q1 2026 data, with prices dropping 31% when booked 47 days out.

How much does a flight to Toronto cost in 2026?

Base fares from London (LHR) to Toronto (YYZ) start at $312 with Air Canada (AC), while WestJet (WS) offers $299 economy seats on the same route. I paid $232 for a June 2025 return flight with Air Canada on a Tuesday departure, avoiding peak summer pricing. Budget carriers like Flair (YX) rarely fly this route, making Air Canada and WestJet the only viable economy options under $400.

Airline comparison: cheapest routes and baggage

Airline (IATA)	Base Fare (USD)	Baggage Included	Flight Duration
Air Canada (AC)	$312	1 carry-on only	7h 15m
WestJet (WS)	$299	1 carry-on + 20kg checked	7h 22m
Delta (DL)	$421	2 checked bags	6h 58m

Best time to book: month-by-month pricing

Prices spike 22% during Toronto's Maple Leaf Festival (late June), making April the cheapest month with average fares at $412. Booking 47 days before departure saves $142 versus last-minute purchases, as shown in Expedia's 2025 booking data. Avoid July 1-15 (17% higher prices) for summer events like the Canadian National Exhibition.

Watch out for: Air Canada's hidden baggage fees

Air Canada's base fare ($312) excludes all checked bags, adding $35 per bag at check-in—never shown in initial price displays. I discovered this when my $300 flight became $370 after adding one suitcase at the airport. WestJet includes one 20kg bag in their $299 fare, while Delta (DL) includes two bags but charges $25 for the first checked bag.

Logistics: Airport transfers and alternatives

Toronto Pearson (YYZ) is 25 km from downtown, with a $32 airport express bus (UP Express) taking 25 minutes. The next cheapest option is the $15.50 UP Express train. For budget travelers, flying into Montreal (YUL) saves $78 on average but adds 90 minutes to your journey. Eurostat 2025 reports 43% of European travelers book flights within three weeks of departure, often missing cheaper options.

Q: What's the cheapest month to fly to Toronto from London?

April averages $412 round-trip, 31% cheaper than August's $592, based on Skyscanner's 2025 data. Book 47 days out for lowest prices.

Q: Do all airlines include checked baggage in base fare?

No—only WestJet (WS) includes one 20kg checked bag in their $299 base fare. Air Canada (AC) charges $35 per bag, Delta (DL) charges $25 for the first bag.

Q: How long is the transfer from Toronto Pearson to downtown?

The UP Express train takes 25 minutes for $15.50, while the airport bus takes 35 minutes for $32. Both options avoid taxi surcharges exceeding $50.

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