Flying from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Pearson International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 55 minutes.
Durham and Toronto are in the UTC-4 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
Each week, there are 26 Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Pearson International Airport flights. To jet off as early as possible, take the 06:00 Air Canada flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 17:10 with Air Canada.
To ensure you catch your RDU to YYZ flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
Air Canada is your gateway to exploring Toronto (and maybe even some other great parts of Canada!). Check out the direct flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Pearson International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Air Canada.
Air Canada is the most punctual carrier operating RDU to YYZ flights, with 73.21% of its services arriving as scheduled.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Pearson International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between RDU and YYZ:
Ronald Reagan National Airport
Washington Dulles International Airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Right now, C$128 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Pearson International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is C$332. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from RDU to YYZ by booking at least seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Pearson International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 80.09% of flights that take off from RDU arrive at their destination as scheduled.
To get to Raleigh-Durham International Airport from central Durham, it'll take around 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Pearson International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to RDU:
Arriving at Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
If you have a late Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Pearson International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near YYZ:
Go where the road takes you with a Pearson International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion or Thrifty and experience more of Toronto and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Pearson International Airport around three weeks before you set off.
Getting from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto
From Pearson International Airport, Toronto is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The quietest month for a flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Pearson International Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Toronto based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Pearson International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Toronto, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from RDU to YYZ in January. Average temperatures are between -12ºC (10ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF) then.
Explore more of Canada
Toronto has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Canada you'll want to see. Around 499 kilometres north-east of Toronto, a trip to Montreal will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
Around 354 kilometres north-east of Toronto, Ottawa is another essential stop in Canada. Experience major highlights starting with Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.