Flying from Glasgow to Toronto: what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Glasgow to Toronto. Glasgow International Airport (GLA) and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) are Glasgow's main airports.
Toronto has several airports you can jet into. Disembark at Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) or Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF).
7 hours 31 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Glasgow to Toronto. Following the UTC-4 timezone, Toronto is 4 hours behind Glasgow.
With 6 flights a week between the two airports, Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is the most popular route. Board the first flight from Glasgow to Toronto with Air Transat at 08:35. If you're keen to make the most of your day before taking off, the last flight from GLA to YYZ is with Air Transat at 10:25.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from Glasgow to Toronto. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like June, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during high season in general.
You'll need an ETA for Canada if you have a passport from United Kingdom and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements are subject to change. So before you lock in those cheap flights from Glasgow to Toronto, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest information.
Flying from Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Set off from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) on a nonstop flight from Glasgow to Toronto. From GLA, you can fly straight to Pearson International Airport (YYZ).
Air Transat is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Glasgow to Toronto taking off from GLA.
We make it a cinch to book a flight from Glasgow to Toronto that includes a stopover. To see all the options departing from Glasgow International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Glasgow, GLA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport is roughly 33 minutes.
In search of a handy hotel near Glasgow International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Glasgow to Toronto, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Glasgow to Toronto. Visit family or friends or tick a new city off your bucket list. Whatever you decide to do, check out these options between Glasgow International Airport and Toronto:
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
PIK is about 48 kilometres from central Glasgow. It'll take 38 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 53 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Glasgow to Toronto, chill out in one of these hotels close to Glasgow Prestwick Airport:
Arriving in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to the centre of Toronto is about 26 minutes by car. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 49 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near YYZ if you have a late flight from Glasgow to Toronto. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
The centre of Toronto is located around 3 kilometres from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ). As soon as your flight from Glasgow to Toronto has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 35 minutes.
The journey will take about 39 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near YTZ. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Glasgow to Toronto:
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Toronto
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Toronto is 214 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 403 €. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from Glasgow to Toronto by booking 10 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for tickets from Glasgow to Toronto is June. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest travel date.
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Best time to go to Toronto
August is the busiest month for flights from Glasgow to Toronto. To skip the crowds, head to Toronto in February.
The warmest month in Toronto is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from Glasgow to Toronto in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC and 1ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Glasgow to Toronto sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Toronto
After booking your flight from Glasgow to Toronto, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Toronto:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District are highlights which should be on every Toronto itinerary.
Complete your Toronto trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Glasgow to Toronto to track down incredible deals on car rentals. Search for your ride in seconds and compare offers in one place. Plus we give you all the info you need to drive in Toronto, from the most popular car type to the average daily price.