Travelling from Glasgow to Toronto: what you need to know
Glasgow is home to a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Glasgow to Toronto flying out of Glasgow International Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK).
Step off the plane at one of Toronto's major entry points like Pearson International Airport (YYZ). Alternatively, arrive at this city landing at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) or Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF).
Book a direct Glasgow to Toronto flight and you'll be flying for an average of 7 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Toronto is UTC-4, which is four hours behind Glasgow.
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is the most popular route that connects these two cities. There are four weekly departures to pick from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from Glasgow to Toronto is with Air Transat at 10:25. Choose the first GLA to YYZ departure operated by Air Transat at 08:35 to fit in more activities on your first day in Toronto.
Allow plenty of time to get on your Glasgow to Toronto flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Toronto
To secure cheap Glasgow to Toronto flights, reserve your trip three months before your departure date.
Organise your trip for June. That's the best month for landing cheap plane tickets from Glasgow to Toronto. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Flying from Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
If you're looking for a direct flight from Glasgow to Toronto, you can depart from Glasgow International Airport (GLA). Fly from GLA to Pearson International Airport (YYZ) in one seamless journey.
Be on the lookout for promotions with Air Transat. This carrier offers direct Glasgow to Toronto plane tickets out of GLA.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing Glasgow to Toronto flights departing from Glasgow International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
GLA is around 11 kilometres from central Glasgow. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to Glasgow International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Glasgow to Toronto, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to Glasgow International Airport's on-time performance, 70.07% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Consider adding a stop at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN). It's a major stopover on a Glasgow to Toronto flight departing Glasgow Prestwick Airport. Use a longer layover to get out and explore, or take advantage of a short break to get a snack at the airport.
PIK is around 48 kilometres from central Glasgow. It'll take 40 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Glasgow to Toronto, take it easy in one of these hotels close to Glasgow Prestwick Airport:
77% of flights taking off from Glasgow Prestwick Airport make it to their destination as expected.
Arriving in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto takes around 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Glasgow to Toronto, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near YYZ:
Grab a Pearson International Airport rental car and discover Toronto and beyond with your own wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion and Thrifty are top providers to choose from here.
For the best deal, book your ride from Pearson International Airport around three weeks in advance of your Glasgow to Toronto flight.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) is about 3 kilometres from central Toronto. Once you've hopped off your flight from Glasgow to Toronto, it'll take you approximately 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 40 minutes or so.
After your flight from Glasgow to Toronto, tuck yourself in at a hotel near YTZ. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Forget about public transport timetables or waiting forever for a cab. Grab a Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare availability and rates from Hertz, National and Avis.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Securing your ride from YTZ one week in advance often means better deals and a wider selection of vehicles.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) is roughly 80 kilometres from central Toronto. It takes about 1 hour 15 minutes to reach the city centre in a ride-share or cab after your flight from Glasgow to Toronto.
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you around 4 hours 5 minutes.
If you don't want to make the trip into the centre, head for a hotel close to YKF. Make yourself comfortable at one of these stays after your Glasgow to Toronto flight:
Begin your travels without stressing about how to get to where you're going with a Region of Waterloo International Airport rental car. You can book your wheels with trusted names here like Avis, Enterprise and Budget.
If you're hoping for a specific kind of vehicle, booking early gives you a better shot at snagging what you want. Secure your ride from YKF a few weeks ahead of your flight from Glasgow to Toronto.
Best time to go to Toronto
February is the quietest month for flights from Glasgow to Toronto, while August is the busiest. Work out the best time to visit Toronto based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Glasgow to Toronto ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Toronto to range from 14ºC to 28ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Glasgow to Toronto in January when temperatures average between -12ºC and 1ºC.
More about Toronto
Once you've booked your flight from Glasgow 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:
CN Tower and Royal Ontario Museum are a couple of major attractions to add to your Toronto travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Explore more of Canada
Montreal is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Toronto. Around 499 kilometres to the north-east, popular attractions include Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
If you want to check out another major destination in Canada, consider Ottawa, roughly 354 kilometres north-east of Toronto. Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada are the start of reasons to visit.
