Travelling from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to Toronto: what you need to know
Toronto is eight hours behind Baku, where Heydar Aliyev International Airport is located. Toronto follows the UTC-4 timezone.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your GYD to Toronto flight.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight ticket from GYD to Toronto. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these airports:
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The journey from central Baku to GYD takes around 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near GYD. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Toronto or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Heydar Aliyev International Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from GYD land on schedule 83.46% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to Toronto
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Toronto flight is ر.ق. 1,621. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 2,764. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from GYD to Toronto if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Toronto across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to the centre of Toronto takes around 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 27 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Toronto. Book 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 your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion or Thrifty and experience the lesser-explored corners of Toronto and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Pearson International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from GYD to Toronto.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
The centre of Toronto is located around 3 kilometres from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ). Once your flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Toronto has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 35 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 40 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near YTZ. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your GYD to Toronto flight:
Forget about public transport schedules or waiting in a long cab line. Pick up a Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Compare offers from Hertz, National and Avis.
Call dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from YTZ one week in advance often means more savings and a wider choice of vehicles.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
Make tracks for the city centre after your flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Toronto has touched down. Central Toronto is about 105 kilometres from Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) and takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to get to by car.
If you travel by public transport, expect a journey of about 4 hours 5 minutes.
If you don't want to make the trip into the centre, choose a hotel close to YKF. Get comfortable at one of these stays after your GYD to Toronto flight:
Begin your journey without worrying about how to reach your next stop with a Region of Waterloo International Airport rental car. You can book your wheels with trusted companies here like Avis, Enterprise and Budget.
Rental companies sometimes offer promotions on early bookings, so secure your ride from YKF well ahead of your flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Toronto. A bit of planning goes a long way in savings.
Best time to go to Toronto
Carefully consider your trip dates before locking in your flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Toronto. The city comes alive during high season, but hotel rates are often higher and top attractions can get busy. Visit Toronto in low season if you prefer a quieter vibe.
Book a Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Toronto flight ticket with a departure in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 14ºC to 28ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from GYD to Toronto in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 1ºC on average.
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. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Toronto:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Royal Ontario Museum, CN Tower and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District are must-do's during your Toronto adventure.
Explore more of Canada
You've done Toronto, now it's time to explore more of Canada. Travel about 499 kilometres north-east to Montreal to check off its leading attractions. From Mount Royal Park to Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Canada, consider Ottawa, about 354 kilometres north-east of Toronto. Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada are highlights.
