Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Toronto: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to Toronto and you'll be travelling for around 6 hours 40 minutes.
Edinburgh Airport is located in Edinburgh. Based in the UTC-5 timezone, Toronto is five hours behind Edinburgh.
The most popular route is from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ). You can choose from seven services every week between these two airports. Air Canada offers a 09:00 departure between EDI and YYZ.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to board your EDI to Toronto flight.
Flying during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Direct Edinburgh Airport to Toronto tickets are available for booking. Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is where you'll disembark.
Take to the skies with Air Canada. This airline operates direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to Toronto.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even tick off a new city. When browsing for plane tickets from EDI to Toronto, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
The journey from central Edinburgh to EDI takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near EDI. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Toronto or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are all about convenience:
When it comes to Edinburgh Airport's on-time performance, data shows 73% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Toronto
The best price we've seen for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Toronto flight is $312. The cheapest price for a return flight is $706. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from EDI to Toronto, book ahead. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Toronto across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
There's no need to keep looking every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's an even better deal on cheap flights from EDI to Toronto.
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Airports in Toronto
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The distance from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto is roughly 27 kilometres. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Edinburgh Airport to Toronto. Check in to one of these accommodation options near YYZ instead:
Reserving your ride from Toronto Pearson International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from EDI to Toronto can help you get the best possible rate.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Central Toronto is around 3 kilometres from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ). After your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Toronto has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 10 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 20 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near YTZ. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your EDI to Toronto flight at any of these well-located options:
Get the pick of the lot. Securing your ride from YTZ one week in advance often means more savings and a wider selection of vehicles.
John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM)
Set your sights on the city centre after your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Toronto has landed. Central Toronto is about 72 kilometres from John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM) and takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to reach by taxi or ride-share.
The journey takes around 1 hour 50 minutes when travelling by public transport.
If you don't want to travel into the centre, find a hotel near YHM. Make yourself comfy at one of these stays after your EDI to Toronto flight:
If you're hoping for a particular make or model, booking early gives you a better shot at getting what you want. Book your ride from YHM at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Toronto.
Best time to go to Toronto
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Toronto. July is the most popular month for a trip to Toronto. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Toronto is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your Edinburgh Airport to Toronto plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
February has average temperatures of between -15ºC (5ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from EDI to Toronto around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Toronto
After booking your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Toronto, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Toronto:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to start. The Top CN Tower, CN Tower and Royal Ontario Museum are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Toronto itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Montreal is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Toronto. Around 499 kilometres away to the northeast, its top attractions include Cirque du Soleil - KURIOS, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
Around 354 kilometres northeast of Toronto, Ottawa is another favourite stop in Canada. Experience major highlights starting with Rideau Canal National Historic Site, Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa.