Flying from Melbourne to Toronto: what you need to know
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is Melbourne's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to Toronto jetting off from here.
Toronto has a good selection of airports you can fly into. Touch down at Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) or Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF).
The timezone in Toronto is UTC-4, which is 15 hours behind Melbourne.
Allow plenty of time to get on your Melbourne to Toronto flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Toronto
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap Melbourne to Toronto flights if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Melbourne to Toronto across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Flying from Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
We make it a cinch to book a Melbourne to Toronto flight with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Travelling from central Melbourne to MEL takes around 40 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Need a handy hotel close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to Toronto, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Of all flights departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% land on schedule at their destination.
Arriving in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto takes around 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne to Toronto. Reserve one of these accommodation options near YYZ instead:
Follow your own route with a Pearson International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion or Thrifty and venture far and wide through Toronto and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Pearson International Airport around three weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
The centre of Toronto is about 3 kilometres from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ). Once your flight from Melbourne to Toronto has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 35 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 40 minutes or so.
After your flight from Melbourne to Toronto, kick back at a hotel near YTZ. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or long cab queues. Grab a Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare offers from Hertz, National and Avis.
Get the pick of the lot. Booking your ride from YTZ one week ahead of time often means better prices and a wider range of vehicles.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) is about 80 kilometres from the centre of Toronto. It'll take you about 1 hour 15 minutes to reach the city centre in a car once you've stepped off your flight from Melbourne to Toronto.
Public transport will get you there in about 4 hours 5 minutes.
Choose a hotel close to YKF and quickly go from touchdown to tucked into your bed. Whether you're catching a late Melbourne to Toronto flight or just want to keep your travel plans simple, these accommodation options put comfort right within reach:
Start your journey without stressing over how to get to your next stop with a Region of Waterloo International Airport rental car. Find your perfect set of wheels with trusted suppliers here like Avis, Enterprise and Budget.
Booking at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from Melbourne to Toronto is a good move. Along with better deals, you'll likely have a better variety of makes and models to choose from at YKF.
Best time to go to Toronto
August is the busiest month for flights from Melbourne to Toronto. To escape the crowds, visit Toronto in February.
Book a Melbourne to Toronto ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Toronto to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Melbourne to Toronto in January when temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF).
More about Toronto
Start your Toronto trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Toronto, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District are top attractions which should feature on every Toronto itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Montreal is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Toronto. Around 499 kilometres to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
Ottawa is another must-experience destination in Canada and is around 354 kilometres north-east of Toronto. No trip is complete without a visit to Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.
