Flying from Melbourne to Toronto: what you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Melbourne. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to Toronto taking off from here.
Hop off the plane at one of Toronto's major gateways like Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ). You can also arrive at this city landing at Toronto Island Airport (YTZ) or John C. Munro Hamilton Airport (YHM).
Toronto's timezone is UTC-5, making Toronto 16 hours behind Melbourne.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your Melbourne to Toronto flight.
During popular months like December, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
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 early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
Getting cheap plane tickets from Melbourne to Toronto is easy if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares throughout the month and snap up a fantastic deal.
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Flying from Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your Melbourne to Toronto flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Take a pause at one of these airports:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
The journey from central Melbourne to MEL takes around 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to Toronto, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Of all flights departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 63% land on schedule at their destination.
Arriving in Toronto
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The distance from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto is roughly 21 kilometres. It'll take you around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 25 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Melbourne to Toronto, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near YYZ:
Grab a Toronto Pearson International Airport rental car and explore Toronto and beyond with your own set of wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion and Thrifty are top outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Toronto Pearson International Airport about three weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Toronto Island Airport (YTZ)
Once your flight from Melbourne to Toronto has landed, you can reach the city centre in about 10 minutes by car. Central Toronto is roughly 3 kilometres from Toronto Island Airport (YTZ).
The journey will take approximately 20 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near YTZ. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from Melbourne to Toronto:
Hertz, National and Avis make picking up a Toronto Island Airport rental car quick and easy. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Get the pick of the lot. Securing your ride from YTZ one week ahead of time often means better prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
John C. Munro Hamilton Airport (YHM)
Make your way into the city centre after your flight from Melbourne to Toronto has landed. Central Toronto is about 72 kilometres from John C. Munro Hamilton Airport (YHM) and takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to reach by taxi or ride-share.
The journey will take you roughly 1 hour 50 minutes by public transport.
If you're new to the city, make things easier on arrival day by staying near YHM. Check in to Super 8 by Wyndham Mt Hope Hamilton Intl Arpt on or Homestead House Bed & Breakfast soon after your Melbourne to Toronto flight.
Be in the driver's seat of the next chapter of your journey with a John C. Munro Hamilton Airport rental car. Avis, National and Budget are some companies you can book with.
Booking at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from Melbourne to Toronto is a smart way to go. As well as better deals, you'll get a better selection of vehicle makes and models at YHM.
Best time to go to Toronto
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Melbourne to Toronto. August is the busiest month to visit Toronto. If you want a quieter vibe, go in November.
The warmest month in Toronto is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 28ºC. Book your Melbourne to Toronto ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
February sees average temperatures of between -15ºC and 3ºC. Search for cheap flights from Melbourne to Toronto around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Toronto
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Toronto right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Toronto:
CN Tower and Royal Ontario Museum are just the start of the major attractions to add to your Toronto must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Toronto Islands.
Explore more of Canada
Ottawa is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be discovered after you've seen Toronto. Around 354 kilometres to the northeast, popular attractions include Rideau Canal National Historic Site, Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa.
Mississauga is another essential stop in Canada and is around 23 kilometres west of Toronto. No trip is complete without visiting Lake Ontario, Living Arts Centre and Rattray Marsh Conservation Area.
