Travelling from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Pearson International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 14 hours 15 minutes.
Toronto's timezone is UTC-4, making Toronto eight hours behind Abu Dhabi.
Flights from AUH to YYZ start at 02:45 — the earliest with Etihad Airways. The last departure is at 09:05 with Etihad Airways. Overall, you can choose from ten weekly Abu Dhabi International Airport to Pearson International Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to catch your AUH to YYZ flight.
During popular months like February, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Flying into Toronto (and then seeing more of Canada!) is a cinch with Etihad Airways. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Pearson International Airport.
Etihad Airways is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
With 73.77% of its services landing on schedule, Etihad Airways is the most punctual carrier operating AUH to YYZ flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Pearson International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between AUH and YYZ:
Ben Gurion International Airport
Logan International Airport
Brussels Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Abu Dhabi International Airport to Pearson International Airport flight is C$527. A return fare right now is C$960. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To secure cheap tickets from AUH to YYZ, book your trip six months ahead of your departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Pearson International Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from AUH to YYZ by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Pearson International Airport.
Handy information about Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Abu Dhabi International Airport, data shows 78.54% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Abu Dhabi International Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Abu Dhabi. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Get your vacation off to a stress-free start by staying near AUH. Whether you're taking an early flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Pearson International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
If you're arriving on a late Abu Dhabi International Airport to Pearson International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near YYZ:
Go where the road takes you with a Pearson International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion or Thrifty and see more of Toronto and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Pearson International Airport about three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto
Pearson International Airport is approximately 27 kilometres from the centre of Toronto. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Pearson International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Toronto. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Pearson International Airport for July if you want to visit Toronto during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF). Search for cheap tickets from AUH to YYZ around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Canada
You've done Toronto, now it's time to discover more of Canada. Journey about 499 kilometres north-east to Montreal to check off its top attractions. From Mount Royal Park to Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Ottawa is another favourite destination in Canada and is around 354 kilometres north-east of Toronto. No journey is complete without visiting Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.