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Toronto Pearson International Airport

Toronto, Canada · North America

Solid mid-tier North American hub with efficient security and good food options but split terminals create navigation friction for connections.

Airportist Score

7.3/ 10

Editorial 0–10 from comfort, navigation, food, transport, and disruption resilience — not a Google rating.

Passengers

~50M

Average security

10 min

Nearby airports

Passenger airports within about 150 km.

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Toronto Pearson International Airport

Toronto, Canada · North America

Solid mid-tier North American hub with efficient security and good food options but split terminals create navigation friction for connections.

Airportist Score

7.3/ 10

Editorial 0–10 from comfort, navigation, food, transport, and disruption resilience — not a Google rating.

Passengers

~50M

Average security

10 min

YYZGuide

Live airport status

Current operations

Guide quick facts

Pulled from the editorial markdown guide for YYZ.

Updated Sep 4, 2026

Two main terminals: T1 (domestic, US transborder, international) and T3 (domestic, US, international)
Hub for Air Canada and WestJet
Link Train connects T1 and T3 in ~2 minutes
UP Express reaches Union Station in 28 minutes (CAD 12.35 adult / 9.25 PRESTO)
Security wait times typically 0-5 minutes per official dashboard
Multiple Plaza Premium lounges split by departure zone

3 official sources

Airportist Score Breakdown

Comfort7.2

Navigation6.8

Food7.5

Transport8.0

Disruption resilience7.0

Key Stats

Annual passengers

~50M

Terminals

2 active (T1, T3)

On-time departures

78%

Average security

10 min

Best For

Efficient security screeningDirect downtown rail linkDiverse local food optionsLounge variety for premium passengers

Watch Out For

Terminal splits requiring landside transfersCrowded Plaza Premium lounges at peak timesUS CBP processing variabilityHigher taxi/ride-share costs during surges

12 photos

The domestic arrival hall in Terminal 1 for Toronto Pearson International Airport

The international arrival hall in Terminal 1 for Toronto Pearson International Airport

Airside lounge which plays family-friendly movies in Terminal 1 of Toronto Pearson International Airport

Air Canada Boeing 777-300ER (C-FIUA) at the gate at Toronto Pearson International Airport, with catering trucks positioning for loading.

The approach road to Terminal 3 at Toronto Pearson International Airport. Photographed by user Coolcaesar on July 5, 2026.

TTC bus stop at Toronto Pearson International Airport Terminal 1

Baggage claim carousels at Terminal 1 of Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)

Exit of baggage claim carousels at Terminal 1 of Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)

Embraer 175 of Air Canada at Gate 138 of Toronto Pearson International Airport

Bird inside Terminal 1 of Toronto Pearson International Airport

The satellite Infield Terminal of Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)

Baggage claim carousel 3 at Terminal 3 of Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)

Most important tips

Know before you go

A compact traveler cheat sheet for timing, terminals, food, and disruption checks.

Timing

Arrive 3 hours early for US/international

Official recommendation for US and international flights; 2 hours for domestic.

Peak periods can push waits higher despite generally fast screening.

Terminal

Check boarding pass before security

T1 and T3 are separate post-security; no airside transfer between them.

Link Train only landside; confirm your departure terminal to avoid backtracking.

Food

Grab local chef spots airside

Try Caplansky's Deli (T3 CAN/INTL) or LEE Kitchen by Susur Lee (T1 INTL).

Solid options across budgets; duty-free online shopping available pre-arrival.

Status

Monitor real-time security dashboard

Pearson site shows 0-5 min waits across zones; plan extra buffer anyway.

US-bound includes CBP; domestic usually quickest.

Nearby airports

Passenger airports within about 150 km.

YYZGuide

Live airport status

Current operations

Guide quick facts

Pulled from the editorial markdown guide for YYZ.

Updated Sep 4, 2026

Two main terminals: T1 (domestic, US transborder, international) and T3 (domestic, US, international)
Hub for Air Canada and WestJet
Link Train connects T1 and T3 in ~2 minutes
UP Express reaches Union Station in 28 minutes (CAD 12.35 adult / 9.25 PRESTO)
Security wait times typically 0-5 minutes per official dashboard
Multiple Plaza Premium lounges split by departure zone

3 official sources

Airportist Score Breakdown

Comfort7.2

Navigation6.8

Food7.5

Transport8.0

Disruption resilience7.0

Key Stats

Annual passengers

~50M

Terminals

2 active (T1, T3)

On-time departures

78%

Average security

10 min

Best For

Efficient security screeningDirect downtown rail linkDiverse local food optionsLounge variety for premium passengers

Watch Out For

Terminal splits requiring landside transfersCrowded Plaza Premium lounges at peak timesUS CBP processing variabilityHigher taxi/ride-share costs during surges

YYZGuide

Live airport status

Current operations

Guide quick facts

Pulled from the editorial markdown guide for YYZ.

Updated Sep 4, 2026

Two main terminals: T1 (domestic, US transborder, international) and T3 (domestic, US, international)
Hub for Air Canada and WestJet
Link Train connects T1 and T3 in ~2 minutes
UP Express reaches Union Station in 28 minutes (CAD 12.35 adult / 9.25 PRESTO)
Security wait times typically 0-5 minutes per official dashboard
Multiple Plaza Premium lounges split by departure zone

3 official sources

Airportist Score Breakdown

Comfort7.2

Navigation6.8

Food7.5

Transport8.0

Disruption resilience7.0

Key Stats

Annual passengers

~50M

Terminals

2 active (T1, T3)

On-time departures

78%

Average security

10 min

Best For

Efficient security screeningDirect downtown rail linkDiverse local food optionsLounge variety for premium passengers

Watch Out For

Terminal splits requiring landside transfersCrowded Plaza Premium lounges at peak timesUS CBP processing variabilityHigher taxi/ride-share costs during surges

YYZGuide

Live airport status

Current operations

Security wait times

Current security wait information is not available for this airport. Check the airport's official website or app before travel.

Official airport site

Operational status

Normal operations

No Flighty-reported operational issues for this airport.

Status update: 06:20 EDT

Source: Flighty Airports

Status response Sep 6, 10:22 UTC · Confirm live conditions with official sources before travel.

Guide quick facts

Pulled from the editorial markdown guide for YYZ.

Updated Sep 4, 2026

Two main terminals: T1 (domestic, US transborder, international) and T3 (domestic, US, international)
Hub for Air Canada and WestJet
Link Train connects T1 and T3 in ~2 minutes
UP Express reaches Union Station in 28 minutes (CAD 12.35 adult / 9.25 PRESTO)
Security wait times typically 0-5 minutes per official dashboard
Multiple Plaza Premium lounges split by departure zone

3 official sources

Airportist Score Breakdown

Comfort7.2

Navigation6.8

Food7.5

Transport8.0

Disruption resilience7.0

Key Stats

Annual passengers

~50M

Terminals

2 active (T1, T3)

On-time departures

78%

Average security

10 min

Best For

Efficient security screeningDirect downtown rail linkDiverse local food optionsLounge variety for premium passengers

Watch Out For

Terminal splits requiring landside transfersCrowded Plaza Premium lounges at peak timesUS CBP processing variabilityHigher taxi/ride-share costs during surges

Most important tips

Know before you go

A compact traveler cheat sheet for timing, terminals, food, and disruption checks.

Timing

Arrive 3 hours early for US/international

Official recommendation for US and international flights; 2 hours for domestic.

Peak periods can push waits higher despite generally fast screening.

Terminal

Check boarding pass before security

T1 and T3 are separate post-security; no airside transfer between them.

Link Train only landside; confirm your departure terminal to avoid backtracking.

Food

Grab local chef spots airside

Try Caplansky's Deli (T3 CAN/INTL) or LEE Kitchen by Susur Lee (T1 INTL).

Solid options across budgets; duty-free online shopping available pre-arrival.

Status

Monitor real-time security dashboard

Pearson site shows 0-5 min waits across zones; plan extra buffer anyway.

US-bound includes CBP; domestic usually quickest.

YYZGuide

Live airport status

Current operations

Guide quick facts

Pulled from the editorial markdown guide for YYZ.

Updated Sep 4, 2026

Two main terminals: T1 (domestic, US transborder, international) and T3 (domestic, US, international)
Hub for Air Canada and WestJet
Link Train connects T1 and T3 in ~2 minutes
UP Express reaches Union Station in 28 minutes (CAD 12.35 adult / 9.25 PRESTO)
Security wait times typically 0-5 minutes per official dashboard
Multiple Plaza Premium lounges split by departure zone

3 official sources

Airportist Score Breakdown

Comfort7.2

Navigation6.8

Food7.5

Transport8.0

Disruption resilience7.0

Key Stats

Annual passengers

~50M

Terminals

2 active (T1, T3)

On-time departures

78%

Average security

10 min

Best For

Efficient security screeningDirect downtown rail linkDiverse local food optionsLounge variety for premium passengers

Watch Out For

Terminal splits requiring landside transfersCrowded Plaza Premium lounges at peak timesUS CBP processing variabilityHigher taxi/ride-share costs during surges

YYZGuide

Live airport status

Current operations

Security wait times

Current security wait information is not available for this airport. Check the airport's official website or app before travel.

Official airport site

Operational status

Normal operations

No Flighty-reported operational issues for this airport.

Status update: 06:20 EDT

Source: Flighty Airports

Status response Sep 6, 10:22 UTC · Confirm live conditions with official sources before travel.

Guide quick facts

Pulled from the editorial markdown guide for YYZ.

Updated Sep 4, 2026

Two main terminals: T1 (domestic, US transborder, international) and T3 (domestic, US, international)
Hub for Air Canada and WestJet
Link Train connects T1 and T3 in ~2 minutes
UP Express reaches Union Station in 28 minutes (CAD 12.35 adult / 9.25 PRESTO)
Security wait times typically 0-5 minutes per official dashboard
Multiple Plaza Premium lounges split by departure zone

3 official sources

Airportist Score Breakdown

Comfort7.2

Navigation6.8

Food7.5

Transport8.0

Disruption resilience7.0

Key Stats

Annual passengers

~50M

Terminals

2 active (T1, T3)

On-time departures

78%

Average security

10 min

Best For

Efficient security screeningDirect downtown rail linkDiverse local food optionsLounge variety for premium passengers

Watch Out For

Terminal splits requiring landside transfersCrowded Plaza Premium lounges at peak timesUS CBP processing variabilityHigher taxi/ride-share costs during surges

YYZGuide

Live airport status

Current operations

Security wait times

Current security wait information is not available for this airport. Check the airport's official website or app before travel.

Official airport site

Operational status

Normal operations

No Flighty-reported operational issues for this airport.

Status update: 06:20 EDT

Source: Flighty Airports

Status response Sep 6, 10:22 UTC · Confirm live conditions with official sources before travel.

Guide quick facts

Pulled from the editorial markdown guide for YYZ.

Updated Sep 4, 2026

Two main terminals: T1 (domestic, US transborder, international) and T3 (domestic, US, international)
Hub for Air Canada and WestJet
Link Train connects T1 and T3 in ~2 minutes
UP Express reaches Union Station in 28 minutes (CAD 12.35 adult / 9.25 PRESTO)
Security wait times typically 0-5 minutes per official dashboard
Multiple Plaza Premium lounges split by departure zone

3 official sources

Airportist Score Breakdown

Comfort7.2

Navigation6.8

Food7.5

Transport8.0

Disruption resilience7.0

Key Stats

Annual passengers

~50M

Terminals

2 active (T1, T3)

On-time departures

78%

Average security

10 min

Best For

Efficient security screeningDirect downtown rail linkDiverse local food optionsLounge variety for premium passengers

Watch Out For

Terminal splits requiring landside transfersCrowded Plaza Premium lounges at peak timesUS CBP processing variabilityHigher taxi/ride-share costs during surges

YYZGuide

Live airport status

Current operations

Security wait times

Current security wait information is not available for this airport. Check the airport's official website or app before travel.

Official airport site

Operational status

Normal operations

No Flighty-reported operational issues for this airport.

Status update: 06:20 EDT

Source: Flighty Airports

Status response Sep 6, 10:22 UTC · Confirm live conditions with official sources before travel.

Guide quick facts

Pulled from the editorial markdown guide for YYZ.

Updated Sep 4, 2026

Two main terminals: T1 (domestic, US transborder, international) and T3 (domestic, US, international)
Hub for Air Canada and WestJet
Link Train connects T1 and T3 in ~2 minutes
UP Express reaches Union Station in 28 minutes (CAD 12.35 adult / 9.25 PRESTO)
Security wait times typically 0-5 minutes per official dashboard
Multiple Plaza Premium lounges split by departure zone

3 official sources

Airportist Score Breakdown

Comfort7.2

Navigation6.8

Food7.5

Transport8.0

Disruption resilience7.0

Key Stats

Annual passengers

~50M

Terminals

2 active (T1, T3)

On-time departures

78%

Average security

10 min

Best For

Efficient security screeningDirect downtown rail linkDiverse local food optionsLounge variety for premium passengers

Watch Out For

Terminal splits requiring landside transfersCrowded Plaza Premium lounges at peak timesUS CBP processing variabilityHigher taxi/ride-share costs during surges