Flying from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Toronto: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Glasgow International Airport to Toronto is 6 hours 35 minutes.
Toronto is four hours behind Glasgow, where Glasgow International Airport is located. Toronto observes the UTC-4 timezone.
The most popular route is from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ). You can select from four services every week between these two airports. Air Transat offers a 08:35 departure between GLA and YYZ.
Allow plenty of time to make your GLA to Toronto flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
You can book a direct Glasgow International Airport to Toronto ticket. Start your journey at GLA and touch down at Pearson International Airport (YYZ).
Book your ticket with Air Transat. This airline offers direct flights from Glasgow International Airport to Toronto.
We make it simple to book flight tickets from GLA to Toronto with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
GLA is around 11 kilometres from central Glasgow. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near GLA. Whether you're catching an early flight from Glasgow International Airport to Toronto or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are all about convenience:
70.07% of flights that take off from Glasgow International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Toronto
ج.م. 12,944 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Glasgow International Airport to Toronto flight. A return flight ticket starts from ج.م. 22,253. These fares may change based on availability.
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Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to the centre of Toronto takes about 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 27 kilometres away.
It'll take around 50 minutes if you're using public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Glasgow International Airport to Toronto, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near YYZ:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Pearson International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion or Thrifty and explore beyond Toronto's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Pearson International Airport around three weeks before your flight from GLA to Toronto.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
After your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Toronto has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central Toronto is roughly 3 kilometres from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ).
The journey will take roughly 40 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your GLA to Toronto flight, unwind at a hotel near YTZ. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Hertz, National and Avis make picking up a Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport rental car simple. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Don't pay more than you need to. Securing your ride one week ahead of your arrival at YTZ will help you stay within budget.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) is around 105 kilometres from the centre of Toronto. It takes about 1 hour 15 minutes to reach the city centre by car after your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Toronto.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 4 hours 5 minutes.
Enjoy a quiet, low-key start to your trip by choosing a hotel near YKF after your GLA to Toronto flight. Recover from a day of travel or just take a moment to settle into a new destination at:
Start your travels without worrying about how to arrive at your destination with a Region of Waterloo International Airport rental car. You can book a set of wheels from reliable names here like Avis, Enterprise and Budget.
Rental providers sometimes offer promotions on early bookings, so secure your ride from YKF ahead of your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Toronto. A little prep today saves cash tomorrow.
Best time to go to Toronto
Visit Toronto in high season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Glasgow International Airport to Toronto in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Before locking in your Glasgow International Airport to Toronto flight ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Toronto, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 28ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from GLA to Toronto in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 1ºC on average.
More about Toronto
Start your Toronto trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Toronto, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Royal Ontario Museum, CN Tower and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District are must-visits when exploring Toronto.
Explore more of Canada
Toronto is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Canada you'll want to see. Around 499 kilometres north-east of Toronto, a visit to Montreal will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
Around 354 kilometres north-east of Toronto, Ottawa is another favourite stop in Canada. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.