Travelling from Johannesburg to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ): What you need to know
Toronto is seven hours behind Johannesburg. Toronto Pearson International Airport is located in Toronto, which is in the UTC-5 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from Johannesburg to YYZ.
Flying during a peak month like October? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Johannesburg
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
We make it a piece of cake to find cheap flights from Johannesburg to YYZ with a stopover. To explore all the options departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between JNB and YYZ include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
JNB is about 26 kms (16 miles) from central Johannesburg. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Johannesburg to Toronto Pearson International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport:
77% of flights that depart Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
On public transport, you can travel from central Johannesburg to HLA in about 1 hour 15 minutes. The terminal is roughly 40 kms (25 miles) away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 45 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Johannesburg to YYZ flight? Check in to a hotel near Lanseria International Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
About Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Have a late flight from Johannesburg to Toronto Pearson International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay at one of these hotels near YYZ and turn in quicker:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Toronto Pearson International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion or Thrifty and explore beyond Toronto's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Johannesburg to Toronto Pearson International Airport flight.
Getting from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto
Central Toronto is around 27 kms (17 miles) from Toronto Pearson International Airport and takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
£404 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Toronto Pearson International Airport. A return flight starts from £649. These fares can change based on demand.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Johannesburg to YYZ. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Johannesburg to Toronto Pearson International Airport tickets across the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Spend less time searching for cheap plane tickets from Johannesburg to YYZ by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your travel plans using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Johannesburg to Toronto Pearson International Airport.
The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
November is the quietest month for flights from Johannesburg to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), while July is the busiest. Find the ideal time to visit Toronto based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Toronto is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your Johannesburg to YYZ plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Johannesburg to Toronto Pearson International Airport in January when temperatures are between -12ºC and 1ºC.
More about Toronto
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Toronto right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Johannesburg to Toronto Pearson International Airport:
CN Tower and The Top CN Tower are just two of the big attractions to add to your Toronto to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Royal Ontario Museum.
Explore more of Canada
London is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be explored once you've seen Toronto. Around 153 kms (95 miles) away to the southwest, well-known attractions include Forks of the Thames River, Falls View Park and Fanshawe Pioneer Village.
Kingston is another sought-after destination in Canada and is around 257 kms (160 miles) east of Toronto. No trip is complete without seeing Fort Henry, Rideau Canal - Jones Falls Defensible Lockmasters House and Kingston Penitentiary.
