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Toronto Pearson International Airport Guide

Last updated 2026-04-21 UTC

IATAYYZ
ICAOCYYZ
LocationToronto, Canada
Current Local Time UTC-5

Toronto Pearson International Airport is located in Mississauga, Ontario, roughly 27 km northwest of downtown Toronto. It is Canada's largest and busiest airport and one of the most internationally connected in North America, serving approximately 200 destinations across six continents. In 2024, 46.8 million passengers travelled through the airport — about 30% of Canada's total air traffic.

The Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA) has operated Pearson under a ground lease from Transport Canada since 1996. The airport covers 1,861 hectares and has five active runways. Terminal 1 handles Air Canada, Star Alliance carriers, and select independents; Terminal 3 handles most Oneworld and SkyTeam airlines along with several Canadian leisure carriers. The two terminals are connected by an automated transit system.

Pearson opened for scheduled passenger service in 1939 as Malton Airport. The Union Pearson Express rail link connects the airport to Union Station in downtown Toronto in about 25 minutes, providing a direct alternative to road travel.

🅿️ Parking

6 options
  • Toronto Pearson Airport
  • Skypark Airport Parking
  • EZ Airport Parking
  • PrimePark Airport Parking
  • Park For U
  • Park'N Fly
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🚗 Car Rentals

18 options
  • National
  • Hertz
  • Alamo
  • Dollar
  • Thrifty
  • Avis
  • Budget
  • Enterprise
  • SIXT
  • Routes Car Rental
  • ACE Rent A Car
  • Iversta Rentals Inc
  • Fox Rent A Car
  • Priceless Car Rental
  • Economy Rent a Car
  • Zoom Rent A Car
  • Mex Rent A Car
  • Payless Car Rental
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🛋️ Lounges

3 options
  • Air Canada
  • Plaza Premium Lounge
  • American Airlines
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🏨 Hotels

12 options
  • Sheraton Gateway Hotel
  • Alt Hotel Toronto Airport
  • Hilton Toronto Airport Hotel & Suites
  • Holiday Inn Toronto International Airport
  • Best Western Plus Toronto Airport Hotel
  • Toronto Airport Marriott Hotel
  • Best Western Premier Toronto Airport Carlingview Hotel
  • Sandman Signature Toronto Airport Hotel
  • Holiday Inn Express & Suites Toronto Airport West
  • DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Toronto Airport West
  • Residence Inn Toronto Airport
  • Crowne Plaza Toronto Airport
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🚌 Shuttles

4 options
  • Aeroport Taxi
  • Niagara Airbus
  • Airways Transit
  • Prime Time Shuttle
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🚇 Public Transport

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🛫 Terminals

2 terminals
  • Terminal 1Mixed

    Air Canada, Lufthansa, Turkish Airlines, United Airlines, Emirates, Etihad Airways, Air India, Swiss International Air Lines, LOT Polish Airlines, TAP Air Portugal

    Concourses: Concourse D, Concourse E, Concourse F

  • Terminal 3Mixed

    WestJet, Air Transat, American Airlines, British Airways, Delta, Air France, KLM, Cathay Pacific, Porter Airlines, Qatar Airways

    Concourses: Concourse A, Concourse B, Concourse C

🏙️ Nearby cities

4 cities
  • Toronto27 km east
  • Mississauga12 km southeast
  • Brampton12 km north
  • Hamilton64 km southwest

🗺️ Airport Location

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Passengers · 202447M
Runways5
Opened1939
Coordinates43.68°, -79.63°
Operated ByGreater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA)

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the airport codes for Toronto Pearson International Airport?

Toronto Pearson International Airport uses the following codes: IATA: YYZ, ICAO: CYYZ. These codes are used by airlines, pilots, and travel systems to identify the airport.

Where is Toronto Pearson International Airport located?

Toronto Pearson International Airport is located in Toronto, Canada. The airport coordinates are 43.6759°, -79.6294°.

What services are available at Toronto Pearson International Airport?

Toronto Pearson International Airport offers: 6 parking options, 18 car rental companies, 3 lounges, 12 nearby hotels, 4 shuttle services, public transport connections. Click on each service type above to view detailed information.

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