Flying from Houston to Pearson International Airport (YYZ): what you need to know
Houston is home to a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Houston to Pearson International Airport (YYZ) flying out of George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).
The average duration of a direct flight from Houston to Pearson International Airport is 3 hours 14 minutes.
Pearson International Airport is located in Toronto. The city operates in the UTC-4 timezone and is 1 hour ahead of Houston.
The busiest route is from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ), with 40 direct weekly services. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from IAH to YYZ is the 07:15 Air Canada option. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 18:27 with United.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Houston to YYZ.
July is a busy time to fly out. If you're heading away then or during a major holiday like Fourth of July, be there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
You can jump on a direct flight from Houston to Pearson International Airport (YYZ) out of George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
Air Canada is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Houston to Pearson International Airport taking off from IAH.
We make it a piece of cake to plan a flight from Houston to YYZ that includes a stopover. To see all the options leaving from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Major stopovers between IAH and YYZ include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
From central Houston, IAH is around 27 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to work out the best way to reach the terminal.
Planning to catch an early flight from Houston to Pearson International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to George Bush Intercontinental Airport:
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Looking to fly out of William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)? You can book a direct flight from Houston to Pearson International Airport (YYZ) out of this hub.
United has direct flights from Houston to YYZ leaving from HOU. Book your favourite window seat and get to your destination without any detours.
With public transport, you can travel from central Houston to HOU in around 1 hour and 42 minutes. The airport is roughly 19 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 22 minutes.
Get a head start on your vacation with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Houston to YYZ, unwind in one of these hotels near William P. Hobby Airport:
About Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Houston to Pearson International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near YYZ:
Getting from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto
From Pearson International Airport, Toronto is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 26 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 49 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
C$114 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Houston to Pearson International Airport. Return flights start from C$279. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
To score flight tickets from Houston to YYZ, reserve your trip 9 months before your planned departure.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Houston to Pearson International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
August is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Houston to Pearson International Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Toronto, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
The warmest month in Toronto is July, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your flights from Houston to YYZ in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Houston to Pearson International Airport in January when temperatures average between -12ºC and 1ºC.
More about Toronto
Start your Toronto trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Houston to Pearson International Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
One of the best ways to get a feel for Toronto is to explore its top sights. Highlights include CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Complete your Toronto trip with a car rental
Once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Houston to Pearson International Airport, your next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Toronto. Check out the deals and instantly compare options on price, fuel policies, and more.