Flying from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Toronto: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 6 hours 41 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Glasgow International Airport to Toronto.
Toronto is 4 hours behind Glasgow, where Glasgow International Airport is located. Toronto operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
The most popular route is from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ). Take your pick of 6 services every week between these two airports. If you want to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from GLA to YYZ is the 08:35 Air Transat service. If you'd rather travel later, the final departure is at 10:25 with Air Transat.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from GLA to Toronto.
During popular months such as June, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
You can catch a direct flight from Glasgow International Airport to Toronto that touches down at Pearson International Airport (YYZ).
Check out the promotions from Air Transat. This airline operates direct flights from Glasgow International Airport to Toronto.
We make it a cinch to book a flight from GLA to Toronto with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
If you hold a passport from United Kingdom, you'll need an ETA to visit Canada. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Glasgow International Airport to Toronto for tourism purposes. The rules may differ if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines ahead of booking and certainly before you fly.
GLA is around 14 kilometres from central Glasgow. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 33 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near GLA. Whether you've booked an early flight from Glasgow International Airport to Toronto or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Toronto
C$261 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Glasgow International Airport to Toronto. A return flight starts at C$525. These fares can change based on demand.
To snag cheap tickets from GLA to Toronto, book your journey 10 months ahead of your departure.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Glasgow International Airport to Toronto. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from GLA to Toronto. You don't need to check every day to see whether fares have dropped. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price.
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Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto is approximately 27 kilometres. It'll take you about 26 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 49 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Reserve a hotel close to YYZ if you're taking a late flight from Glasgow International Airport to Toronto. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
The centre of Toronto is located around 3 kilometres from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ). After your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Toronto has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 35 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take about 39 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from GLA to Toronto, unwind at a hotel close to YTZ. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Toronto
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Toronto. August is the most popular month for a trip to Toronto. If you want a quieter vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Toronto is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your flights from Glasgow International Airport to Toronto in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from GLA to Toronto in January when temperatures average between -12ºC and 1ºC.
More about Toronto
After locking in your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Toronto, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Toronto:
CN Tower and Royal Ontario Museum are a couple of big attractions to add to your Toronto itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Complete your Toronto trip with a car rental
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