How much is a taxi from YYZ to Union Station, downtown Toronto?

Taxi fares: about C$60–$75. The ride takes 25–45 min depending on traffic.

Which airlines fly from YYZ?

Airlines at YYZ include Air Canada, WestJet, Porter Airlines, Air Transat, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, British Airways, Lufthansa, Air France, KLM and Emirates. It's not a complete list: smaller and seasonal airlines come and go, so check the airport's flight board for your route.

Can I leave YYZ on a layover?

Yes, if you have at least 4 h 30 min: that covers getting out of the airport, the round trip to Union Station, downtown Toronto, an hour there and getting back through security. U.S. citizens don't need an eTA. Flying on to the U.S., you clear U.S. preclearance in Toronto.

Are there lounges at YYZ?

Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounges (Terminal 1); Plaza Premium lounges.

Is there a hotel at YYZ?

Sheraton Gateway, connected to Terminal 3; Alt Hotel Pearson, on the Terminal Link train.

How long do I need to connect at YYZ?

We recommend at least 1 h 15 min for a connection in the same terminal, and more for a terminal change or after an international arrival. Our YYZ connection guide breaks it down step by step.

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Toronto Pearson Airport guide

Toronto Pearson International Airport has Terminals 1 and 3. The quickest way from YYZ to Union Station, downtown Toronto is the UP Express train (about 25 minutes, C$12.35).

Verified Oct 17, 2026By Steven MoHow we check Report a correction

Transit to Union Station, downtown Toronto

25 min

UP Express train, C$12.35

Taxi

25–45 min

about C$60–$75

Connecting here

1 h 15 min

Same terminal, no passport control

Leave on a layover

4 h 30 min+

Layover you need to visit the city

Quick answer

The quickest way from YYZ to Union Station, downtown Toronto is the UP Express train (about 25 minutes, C$12.35). Connecting here, allow at least 1 h 15 min for a connection in the same terminal. Airlines here include Air Canada, WestJet, Porter, Air Transat and American.

Terminals: Terminals 1 and 3
Taxi: 25–45 min, about C$60–$75
Connecting: At least 1 h 15 min for a connection in the same terminal
Lounges: Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounges (Terminal 1); Plaza Premium lounges
Hotel: Sheraton Gateway, connected to Terminal 3

Getting from YYZ to Union Station, downtown Toronto

Fares are one way and approximate; check the operator before you travel.

UP Express trainto Union Stationabout 25 minC$12.35
Taxi or rideshare25–45 minabout C$60–$75

Inside YYZ

Terminals and connections

The Terminal Link train connects Terminals 1 and 3. Flights to the U.S. leave from U.S. preclearance areas, so you clear U.S. immigration and customs in Toronto.

How long a layover you need at YYZ

Lounges

•Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounges (Terminal 1)
•Plaza Premium lounges

Sleep, showers and hotels

•Sheraton Gateway, connected to Terminal 3
•Alt Hotel Pearson, on the Terminal Link train

Plugs and power

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YYZ tips

•Air Canada uses Terminal 1; WestJet uses Terminal 3.

Can you leave YYZ on a layover?

With at least 4 h 30 min between flights, yes. Here's where the time goes.

Off the plane, through passport control and out45 min
To Union Station, downtown Toronto and back, the fastest way50 min
Time in town worth the trip1 h
Back through security and passport control to your gate1 h 30 min
Layover you need4 h 30 min

U.S. citizens don't need an eTA. Flying on to the U.S., you clear U.S. preclearance in Toronto.

Keep your bags checked through and carry your boarding pass for the next flight. On a long layover, a hotel day room or lounge can be a better use of the time than a rushed trip into town.

Airlines at YYZ

Major airlines that fly from YYZ (not a complete list). Check the bag rules before you pack.

Air Canada Carry-on 55 × 40 × 23 cm Bag fees
WestJet Carry-on 53 × 38 × 23 cm Bag fees
Porter Airlines Carry-on 55 × 40 × 23 cm
Air Transat Carry-on 55 × 40 × 23 cm
American Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
Delta Air Lines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
United Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
Alaska Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
British Airways Carry-on 56 × 45 × 25 cm Bag fees
Lufthansa Carry-on 55 × 40 × 23 cm Bag fees
Air France Carry-on 55 × 35 × 25 cm Bag fees
KLM Carry-on 55 × 35 × 25 cm Bag fees
Emirates Carry-on 55 × 38 × 20 cm Bag fees

YYZ airport FAQ

The quickest option is the UP Express train to Union Station: about 25 minutes for C$12.35. A taxi takes 25–45 min (about C$60–$75).

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Last verified Oct 17, 2026. Fares, lounges, airlines and parking change; check with the operator or airport before you travel.

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