Travelling from Toronto to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA): What you need to know
When organising your flight from Toronto to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA), there's a good range of airports you can jet off from. Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) are Toronto's main options.
Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport is located in Roanoke. The city's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Toronto.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Toronto to ROA.
With more people on the move during high season, you'll want to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow for extra wait times.
Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
YYZ is about 27 kilometres from central Toronto. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Toronto to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near Pearson International Airport:
63.97% of flights that leave from Pearson International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
YTZ is about 3 kilometres from central Toronto. It takes 35 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Toronto to ROA flight? Relax in a hotel near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 62.09%.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
YKF is around 105 kilometres from central Toronto. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. If you're thinking about taking public transport, you can expect a journey of around 4 hours 5 minutes.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay close to Region of Waterloo International Airport and know you'll get to your boarding gate with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Toronto to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport flight:
Flights that take off from YKF reach their destination within the scheduled time frame 63.64% of the time.
About Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Toronto to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near ROA:
You'll find ROA at 5202 Aviation Drive, N.W..
Getting from Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA) to central Roanoke
Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Roanoke. How long it takes to get to the centre in a car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA)
Currently, $333 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Toronto to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $590. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Toronto to ROA if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
Affordable Toronto to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA)
February is the quietest month for flights from Toronto to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA), while August is the most popular. Find the best time to visit Roanoke based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in a Toronto to ROA plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Roanoke to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Toronto to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -7ºC (19ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).
More about Roanoke
Once you've booked your flight from Toronto to Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Roanoke:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Visit Virginia's Blue Ridge, Explore Park and Taubman Museum of Art are must-visits when exploring Roanoke.
Explore more of the United States
Roanoke has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States you'll want to see. Around 241 kilometres south of Roanoke, a trip to Charlotte will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in the United States, consider Raleigh, roughly 209 kilometres south-east of Roanoke. North Carolina Museum of Art, North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences and Dorothea Dix Park are key reasons to visit.
