Travelling from Toronto to Eelde Airport (GRQ): what you need to know
Planning your flight from Toronto to Eelde Airport (GRQ) begins with finding the right airport to start your journey. Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) are the main terminals in Toronto.
Groningen is 5 hours ahead of Toronto. Eelde Airport is located in Groningen, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Toronto to GRQ, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Popular months like August or other peak periods mean longer queues and potential delays. Stick to your schedule by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
YYZ is around 27 kilometres from central Toronto. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 26 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 49 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Toronto to Eelde Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near Pearson International Airport:
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
You can reach YTZ from central Toronto in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport will take roughly 39 minutes to travel the 3 kilometres or so.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before your flight from Toronto to GRQ? Check in to a hotel near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport before your trip officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:
About Eelde Airport (GRQ)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Toronto to Eelde Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near GRQ instead:
Getting from Eelde Airport (GRQ) to central Groningen
Eelde Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from central Groningen. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 24 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour and 7 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Eelde Airport (GRQ)
Lock in a one-way ticket from Toronto to Eelde Airport from C$1,240 or travel return from just C$2,068. Prices are accurate at the time of listing and may change based on availability when you book.
To pick up flight tickets from Toronto to GRQ, book ahead. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to Eelde Airport (GRQ)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Toronto to Eelde Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Groningen. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in April.
Before you book a flight from Toronto to GRQ, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Groningen, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 25ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -3ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap flights from Toronto to Eelde Airport sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Groningen
Start your Groningen trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Toronto to Eelde Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
Martini tower and Prinsentuin are just a couple of the major attractions to add to your Groningen to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Stadsschouwburg Groningen.
Complete your Groningen trip with a car rental
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