Travelling from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to Toronto: what you need to know
The timezone in Toronto is UTC-4. The city is 17 hours behind Wellington, where Wellington International Airport is located.
To avoid missing your WLG to Toronto flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Travelling from central Wellington to WLG takes about 1 hour 20 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 8 kms (5 miles) in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near WLG. Whether you've booked an early flight from Wellington International Airport to Toronto or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Wellington International Airport, 72.62% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to Toronto
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Wellington International Airport to Toronto flight is £474. The cheapest price for a return flight is £1,132. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from WLG to Toronto. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
Finding cheap tickets from Wellington International Airport to Toronto is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest fares throughout the month and score a fantastic deal.
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Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to the centre of Toronto takes about 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 27 kms (17 miles) away.
It takes around 50 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Wellington International Airport to Toronto. Reserve one of these accommodation options near YYZ instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Pearson International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion or Thrifty and experience the lesser-explored corners of Toronto and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Pearson International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from WLG to Toronto.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
The centre of Toronto is about 3 kms (2 miles) from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ). After your flight from Wellington International Airport to Toronto has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 35 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 40 minutes or so.
You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near YTZ. Kick back and get cosy after your WLG to Toronto flight at one of these perfectly located options:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Hertz, National or Avis and be off and running.
Snap up a deal by reserving your ride from YTZ one week in advance. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) is about 105 kms (65 miles) from central Toronto. It takes about 1 hour 15 minutes to get to the city centre in a ride-share or taxi once you've hopped off your flight from Wellington International Airport to Toronto.
Public transport can get you there in around 4 hours 5 minutes.
If you don't want to make the trip into the centre, find a hotel close to YKF. Settle in at one of these options after your WLG to Toronto flight:
Begin your journey without stressing about how to reach your destination with a Region of Waterloo International Airport rental car. Book your ideal wheels with trusted companies here like Avis, Enterprise and Budget.
If you're hoping for a certain make or model, booking early increases your chances of getting what you want. Secure your ride from YKF at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from Wellington International Airport to Toronto.
Best time to go to Toronto
Carefully consider your travel dates before locking in your flight from Wellington International Airport to Toronto. The city buzzes in high season, but hotel prices are often higher and top attractions can be crowded. Go to Toronto in the off-season if you want a quieter vibe.
Lock in a Wellington International Airport to Toronto plane ticket with a departure in July to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from WLG to Toronto in January when temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF).
More about Toronto
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Toronto right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Wellington International Airport to Toronto:
Royal Ontario Museum and CN Tower are just two of the major attractions to add to your Toronto itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Explore more of Canada
Montreal is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be explored once you've seen Toronto. Around 499 kms (310 miles) away to the north-east, popular attractions include Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
Ottawa is another well-known destination in Canada and is around 354 kms (220 miles) north-east of Toronto. No journey is complete without visiting Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.