Flying from Tokyo to Toronto: what you need to know
Tokyo has two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for booking a flight from Tokyo to Toronto leaving from Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) or Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT).
When it comes to arriving in Toronto, get off the plane at Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) or Toronto Island Airport (YTZ). John C. Munro Hamilton Airport (YHM) is another gateway to this city.
Around 12 hours 5 minutes is how long you'll be in transit on a direct Tokyo to Toronto flight.
Toronto's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Toronto 14 hours behind Tokyo.
With seven flights a week between the two airports, Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is the busiest route. Hop on the earliest flight from Tokyo to Toronto with Air Canada at 18:10. If you prefer to make the most of your day before leaving, the last departure from HND to YYZ is with Air Canada at 18:50.
To ensure you board your Tokyo to Toronto flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as April, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Toronto
At the moment, $519 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tokyo to Toronto. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,092. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book four months before you want to travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Tokyo to Toronto flights.
Organise your trip for September. That's the best month for landing cheap plane tickets from Tokyo to Toronto. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
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Flying from Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
Set out from Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) on a nonstop flight from Tokyo to Toronto. From HND, you can fly straight to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ).
Reserve your Tokyo to Toronto plane tickets with Air Canada. This airline is a top choice for direct flights from HND.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even tour another city. When browsing Tokyo to Toronto flights leaving from Tokyo Haneda Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP)
Located around 16 kilometres from the centre of Tokyo, HND can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
In search of a handy hotel near Tokyo Haneda Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Tokyo to Toronto, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Of all flights leaving Tokyo Haneda Airport, 77% land on time at their destination.
HND's address is 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
You can book a direct flight from Tokyo to Toronto out of Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT). Nonstop connections from NRT will get you to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ).
Book a direct Tokyo to Toronto plane ticket with Air Canada. This is one of the top carriers that operates this route out of NRT.
Visit family or friends or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your Tokyo to Toronto flight, check out these options when setting off from Tokyo Narita Airport:
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL)
You can get to NRT from central Tokyo in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour to travel the 64 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from Tokyo to Toronto? Unwind in a hotel near Tokyo Narita Airport before your trip officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
Tokyo Narita Airport has an on-time performance rate of 73%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights departing from this airport reach their destination on time.
The street address for NRT is 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Arriving in Toronto
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto takes about 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 21 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 25 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Tokyo to Toronto. Book one of these accommodation options near YYZ instead:
Explore without limits with a Toronto Pearson International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion or Thrifty and venture far and wide through Toronto and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Toronto Pearson International Airport around three weeks ahead of your departure.
Toronto Island Airport (YTZ)
Toronto Island Airport (YTZ) is about 3 kilometres from the centre of Toronto. Once you've hopped off your flight from Tokyo to Toronto, it'll take you approximately 10 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 20 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to YTZ. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from Tokyo to Toronto:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or long taxi queues. Pick up a Toronto Island Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Compare rates and availability from Hertz, National and Avis.
Don't pay more than you need to. Reserving your ride one week before your arrival at YTZ will help you save.
John C. Munro Hamilton Airport (YHM)
Hop off your flight from Tokyo to Toronto and go straight to your hotel or start exploring right away. Central Toronto is around 72 kilometres from John C. Munro Hamilton Airport (YHM) and usually takes 1 hour 10 minutes to drive there.
The journey will take you roughly 1 hour 50 minutes by public transport.
After your Tokyo to Toronto flight, recharge at a hotel near the airport before heading on to your next destination. Super 8 by Wyndham Mt Hope Hamilton Intl Arpt on and Homestead House Bed & Breakfast are easily reached from YHM.
Put yourself in the driver's seat of the next part of your journey with a John C. Munro Hamilton Airport rental car. Avis, National and Budget are dependable companies for booking.
If you're looking for a certain model or make, booking early gives you a better shot at getting what you want. Secure your ride from YHM at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Tokyo to Toronto.
Best time to go to Toronto
August is the most popular month for flights from Tokyo to Toronto. To skip the crowds, head to Toronto in November.
When booking your Tokyo to Toronto tickets, think about what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Toronto, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
February sees average temperatures of between -15ºC (5ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Search for cheap flights from Tokyo to Toronto around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Toronto
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Toronto right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Tokyo to Toronto:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Toronto Islands are essential stops on your Toronto itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Toronto is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Canada just waiting to be discovered. About 354 kilometres northeast of Toronto, a trip to Ottawa will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Rideau Canal National Historic Site, Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa.
Around 23 kilometres west of Toronto, Mississauga is another favourite stop in Canada. Start your sightseeing at Lake Ontario, Living Arts Centre and Rattray Marsh Conservation Area.
