Flying from Paris to Toronto: what you need to know
Planning your flight from Paris to Toronto begins with finding the most convenient airport to start your holiday. Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA) are the main terminals in Paris.
Toronto has a variety of airports you can jet into. Come in for landing at Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Toronto Island Airport (YTZ) or John C. Munro Hamilton Airport (YHM).
The average time for a direct Paris to Toronto flight is 8 hours 20 minutes.
Toronto is six hours behind Paris and observes the UTC-5 timezone.
The most popular route for flights from Paris to Toronto is from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ). You can choose from 20 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to take off at the first opportunity, the earliest flight from CDG to YYZ is the 12:00 Air Transat option. If you prefer travelling later, the final scheduled service is at 19:00 with Air France.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your Paris to Toronto flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Toronto
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Paris to Toronto flights if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
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Flying from Paris
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
If you're looking for a direct flight from Paris to Toronto, you can leave from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Travel from CDG to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) in one continuous trip.
Choose from a variety of carriers offering direct Paris to Toronto plane tickets with departures from CDG, including:
We make it easy to book a Paris to Toronto flight with a stopover. To see the options leaving from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL)
Calgary Airport (YYC)
The journey from central Paris to CDG takes around 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Paris to Toronto? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport:
64% of flights departing from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
CDG is located at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your Paris to Toronto flight, here's where you can stop when heading out from Paris Orly Airport:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL)
You can reach ORY from the centre of Paris in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport takes roughly 40 minutes to cover the 14 kilometres or so.
It's your holiday, so why not enjoy another night away? Think about kicking back in one of these hotels near Paris Orly Airport the day before your flight from Paris to Toronto:
Paris Orly Airport has an on-time performance of 79%. This figure highlights how frequently flights that leave from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
You'll find ORY at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA)
You can reserve a ticket from Paris to Toronto with a stop or two departing from Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA). Here are some of the most common stopovers between BVA and Toronto:
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The trip to BVA from central Paris is around 1 hour 15 minutes by public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you about 1 hour 15 minutes to cover the 72 kilometres or so.
Make taking an early Paris to Toronto flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these accommodation options near Paris Beauvais Airport and get to your gate with plenty of time to spare:
Flights departing from BVA make it to their destination within the expected time frame 71% of the time.
You'll find Paris Beauvais Airport at Tille 60000, Beauvais.
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 travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 25 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Paris to Toronto, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near YYZ:
Pick up a Toronto Pearson International Airport rental car and explore Toronto and beyond with your own wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion and Thrifty are top providers to choose from here.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Toronto Pearson International Airport around three weeks in advance of your Paris to Toronto flight.
Toronto Island Airport (YTZ)
Toronto Island Airport (YTZ) is roughly 3 kilometres from the centre of Toronto. After your flight from Paris to Toronto, it'll take you approximately 10 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 20 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near YTZ. Settle in and get cosy after your Paris to Toronto flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or taxi lines. Grab a Toronto Island Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare availability and rates from Hertz, National and Avis.
Lock in the best price by securing your ride from YTZ one week ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
John C. Munro Hamilton Airport (YHM)
John C. Munro Hamilton Airport (YHM) is around 72 kilometres from central Toronto. It'll take you about 1 hour 10 minutes to get to the city centre by taxi or ride-share after your flight from Paris to Toronto.
If you travel by public transport, the journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes.
If you're visiting the city for the first time, take the stress out of arrival day by staying near YHM. Relax at Super 8 by Wyndham Mt Hope Hamilton Intl Arpt on or Homestead House Bed & Breakfast after your Paris to Toronto flight.
Take the guesswork out of the next chapter of your journey with a John C. Munro Hamilton Airport rental car. Avis, National and Budget are reliable rental providers.
Rental agencies sometimes offer deals on early bookings, so secure your vehicle from YHM a few weeks ahead of your flight from Paris to Toronto. A bit of planning goes a long way for your wallet.
Best time to go to Toronto
November is the quietest month for flights from Paris to Toronto, while August is the most popular. Figure out the best time to go to Toronto based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Paris to Toronto tickets, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Toronto, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 28ºC.
February sees average temperatures of between -15ºC and 3ºC. Look for cheap flights from Paris to Toronto around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Toronto
Start your Toronto trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Paris to Toronto, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Toronto Islands are popular attractions which should be on every Toronto itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Ottawa is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Toronto. Around 354 kilometres to the northeast, its top attractions include Rideau Canal National Historic Site, Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Canada, consider Mississauga, roughly 23 kilometres west of Toronto. Lake Ontario, Living Arts Centre and Rattray Marsh Conservation Area are among the biggest draws.
