Flying from Beijing to Toronto: what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll board your flight from Beijing to Toronto. Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) and Daxing International Airport (PKX) are Beijing's main airports.
Hop off the plane at one of Toronto's major gateways like Pearson International Airport (YYZ). You can also make your way to this city landing at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) or Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF).
The average duration of a direct Beijing to Toronto flight is 12 hours 40 minutes.
Toronto is 12 hours behind Beijing and is in the UTC-4 timezone.
To ensure you don't miss your Beijing to Toronto flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Toronto
Book two months before travelling. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap Beijing to Toronto flights.
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Flying from Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
If you're after a direct flight from Beijing to Toronto, you can leave from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). Get from PEK to Pearson International Airport (YYZ) in one seamless journey.
Hainan Airlines is a leading airline that offers direct Beijing to Toronto plane tickets from PEK.
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Beijing to Toronto flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Beijing Capital International Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Central Beijing to PEK is around 26 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 40 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Catching an early flight from Beijing to Toronto? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Beijing Capital International Airport:
Of the departures from Beijing Capital International Airport, 79.67% land on schedule at their destination.
PEK is located at Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Break up your Beijing to Toronto flight with a stop so you can recharge or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Top stopovers between Daxing International Airport and Toronto are:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Haneda Airport (HND)
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
On public transport, you can travel from central Beijing to PKX in around 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Beijing to Toronto, stay in one of these hotels close to Daxing International Airport:
Flights from Daxing International Airport have a track record for punctuality, with 89% of them arriving within the expected time frame.
Arriving in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The distance from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto is roughly 19 kilometres. It'll take you around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 50 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Beijing to Toronto, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near YYZ:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Pearson International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion or Thrifty and discover more of Toronto and beyond.
Booking your ride from Pearson International Airport about three weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
After your flight from Beijing to Toronto has touched down, you can reach the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central Toronto is roughly 3 kilometres from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ).
If you hop on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 40 minutes or so.
After your flight from Beijing to Toronto, kick back at a hotel close to YTZ. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or waiting forever for a cab. Pick up a Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Check out the availability and rates from Hertz, National and Avis.
Snap up the best price by booking your ride from YTZ one week ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) is about 80 kilometres from central Toronto. It takes about 1 hour 15 minutes to get to the city centre by cab or ride-share once you've stepped off your flight from Beijing to Toronto.
If you're using public transport, the journey time is about 4 hours 5 minutes.
If you don't want to make the journey to the centre, head for a hotel near YKF. Get comfortable at one of these options after your Beijing to Toronto flight:
Begin your travels without stressing over how to reach your next stop with a Region of Waterloo International Airport rental car. You can book your wheels with trusted names here like Avis, Enterprise and Budget.
Rental companies sometimes offer promotions for early bookings, so reserve your ride from YKF in advance of your flight from Beijing to Toronto. Plan ahead and your wallet will thank you.
Best time to go to Toronto
February is the quietest month for flights from Beijing to Toronto, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Toronto based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Book a Beijing to Toronto ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Toronto to range from 14ºC to 28ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Beijing to Toronto in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 1ºC on average.
More about Toronto
Start your Toronto trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Beijing to Toronto, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
CN Tower and Royal Ontario Museum are a couple of popular attractions to put on your Toronto travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Explore more of Canada
Montreal is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be explored after you've experienced 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.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Canada, head for Ottawa, about 354 kilometres north-east of Toronto. Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada are the start of reasons to visit.
