Those who have ever been to the cities of North America know their flavor. These are powerful megacities with skyscrapers, the rise and development of which began at the beginning of the 20th century. But at the same time, they are green, colorful and original. These cities include one of the largest metropolitan areas Canada — Toronto. It is a developed scientific, economic, commercial, tourist, industrial and transport center of its country, but also of the world as a whole. His airport named after the Canadian scientist Leicester is the busiest air harbor in Canada. It's easy to see why.
Toronto Lester Pearson International Airport located 22.5-27 km from Toronto. Address: 6301 Silver Dart Dr, Mississauga, ON L5P 1B2, Canada. Coordinates: 43.679675 latitude and -79.612531 longitude. Phone: +1 416-247-7678. The IATA code is YYZ. The airport annually serves about 40 million people. Its history begins in 1937, when the authorities of Toronto bought agricultural land and built in 1939 a small airport with no frills - Toronto-Melton. Already in 1942, a control room was built, and in 1949, an outdated terminal was reconstructed. Its throughput was almost 137.5 times less than today!
In the 1960s, the T1 terminal reached its peak and began to overwhelm the flow of people. Then, in the period from 1957-1964, a new terminal building T1 was built. In 1972, the T2 terminal building was built (to be demolished in 2008). In 1984, the airport changed its name to the present, and in 1991 a new terminal T3 was built. In 2004, the T1 terminal was again reconstructed and expanded. And now more about them.
There are two terminals here: T1 and T2. They both serve both international and domestic flights. There is free transport between the terminals - the Terminal Link train. They have all the conditions for a comfortable stay: shops, restaurants, cafes, playgrounds, a first-aid post, information desks, Duty Free, banks and ATMs.
Parking lots.
There are several options: Express park, Daily park, Value park garage, Value park lot, Preferred park, Express Valet at Terminal 1, Viscount reserved Lot. All parking information can be found on Toronto Airport website. Some of them have charging stations for electric vehicles. Let's talk more about each parking lot:
Express park. This car park is located at the T1 terminal. From 0 to 20 minutes costs $5 (12:00-19:59) and $4 (20:00-11:59). The price per day is $55.
Daily park. This indoor car park is located in the area of Terminal T1 and T3. The cost from 0 to 20 minutes is $6 for T1 and $5 for T3 (12:00-19:59) and $1 lower between 20:00 and 11:59. Price per week is $199.
Value park garage. And this is already covered parking, so the price is slightly higher than for the Value park Lot. $29 per day, $145 per week, but for the first 7 days.
Express Valet at Terminal 1. Almost the same parking as Preferred park.
Viscount reserved Lot. And this is an economy class parking lot, that is, open. All services can only be ordered online or by phone.
How to get to the city center?
There are several ways to get from the airport to the city center: taxi, airport rental car, bus and train. Almost all vehicles are owned by TTC. All information about routes and prices on their official site.
Train.
The UP (Union Pearson Express) train takes 25 minutes from Person Station to Union Station. They run every 30 minutes. The ticket price is approximately $10 or 12.35 Canadian dollars. To get to one of the city's main museums, the Royal Ontario Museum, you need to take the UP train to Union Station, and from there take the yellow (line 1) subway from Union Station to Museum Station. The Royal Ontario Museum will be to the west. And to the east is the Gardiner Museum of Ceramics. The metro train runs every 4 minutes. The ticket price for an adult is $3.25, for youth (13-19 years old) and people 65+ - $2.3. But for those who are 16-19, you need to present an identity document. If you want to walk right in the center with skyscrapers, then just get off at Union Station, and they will be to the north.
Bus.
Bus 52 or Pearson Airport Terminal 3 will take you 45 minutes to Lawrence West Station. The conditions and ticket price are the same as for the metro. Next, you need to take the subway to Lawrence West Station and get to Museum Station.
Taxi.
Taxi to the center can be reached for $40-70.
By a rented car.
There are several routes by rented car. More details about each will be below. To start, from the T1 terminal, you need to head north on N Star Rd, keeping to the right of 150 meters. Then take the exit towards ON-409, sign marked “401, 409, 427” and drive 750 meters. Now you are driving on ON-409, move along it for 450 meters, keeping to the right. Then turn right again, take the exit under the sign that says “427 south/sud and 401 west/ouest” towards ON-427. Drive along it for 10.8 km, keeping to the left. After driving this way, turn left onto the exit “Gardiner Expwy. Toronto” and follow it for 1.3 km. Ride out on the Gardiner Expy. You need to drive 12.2 km. Then turn right onto exit 153 towards Spadina Avenue and drive 600 meters. Then turn left onto Spadina Avenue and continue for another 350 meters. Then turn right onto Blue Jays Way and drive 350 meters. Then turn right onto Front St W and drive 900 meters. The station will be on the right. The journey will take 20-40 minutes and 28 km.
The second route will be to the Art Gallery of Ontario. The journey will take 25-50 minutes depending on traffic and 28.5 km. At the beginning, you need to leave exactly the same way as in the first route. That is, to get to Gardiner Expy, which is already 4.6 km away. Then turn right onto Exit 146 on Lake Shore Blvd W and follow it for 4.8 km. Keep left and take the Gardiner Expressway exit for 2.79 km. Then turn right onto exit 153 towards Spadina Avenue and drive 600 meters. Then turn left onto Spadina Avenue and continue for another 1.2 km. Then turn right onto Queen St W and drive 350 meters. Next - turn left onto Beverley Street and move 500 meters. Then turn right onto Dundas St W and drive for another 80 m. The gallery building will be on the right.
All about car rentals at Toronto Airport.
Toronto Airport has enough car rental companies. They are located in the terminals. To find them, follow the “Car rental” signs. Rental conditions: international driver's license, voucher (if booked via the Internet), bank card, passport, age from 21 years old, experience from 1 year. Pay attention to machine defects and fuel policy. For people under 25, the price will be higher.
Good to know
Most Popular Agency
Enterprise
Most popular car class
Compact
Average price
27 € / Day
Best price
19 € / Day
How the price changes depending on the month
January
€167
February
€147
March
€168
April
€225
May
€257
June
€332
July
€352
August
€289
September
€184
October
€168
November
€149
December
€223
* Prices are based on orders processed over the previous 2 years.
The best month to rent a car in Toronto Airport is November. There are fewer tourists and a lot of available cars. You can book a compact class model at a price from €24. This is 31% cheaper than the average during the year.
The best time to rent a car in Toronto Airport is November. During this period the cost of renting a car of a compact category starts from €24, which is approximately 32% lower compared to the average price during a year.
In summer, the demand for car rental reaches its peak. The choice of available cars is decreasing. At the same time, the price of the service almost doubles! For example, in July, the average rental price of the popular car model Skoda Superb reaches €47 per day.
Most popular car models in Toronto Airport
Fiat 500
Fiat 500
4x
2x
€13 / Day
Citroen C1
Citroen C1
4x
2x
€14 / Day
Ford Fiesta
Ford Fiesta
4x
2x
€18 / Day
Ford Focus
Ford Focus
5x
3x
€23 / Day
Opel Astra Estate
Opel Astra Estate
5x
4x
€28 / Day
Audi A4
Audi A4
5x
3x
€32 / Day
BMW X1
BMW X1
4x
3x
€33 / Day
Ford Foxus Estate
Ford Foxus Estate
5x
4x
€33 / Day
Mercedes C Class
Mercedes C Class
5x
3x
€43 / Day
BMW 5 series
BMW 5 series
4x
3x
€45 / Day
Ford Tourneo
Ford Tourneo
8x
4x
€55 / Day
BMW 4 Cabrio
BMW 4 Cabrio
4x
2x
€65 / Day
Audi A6
Audi A6
5x
3x
€70 / Day
Audi A5 Cabrio
Audi A5 Cabrio
4x
3x
€75 / Day
Mercedes Vito
Mercedes Vito
9x
4x
€80 / Day
Other car rental locations close to Toronto Airport
We have a large selection of different car models in our fleet in Toronto Airport. You can rent convertibles, sedans, SUVs or minivans. You can easily select a car to your budget through a convenient online booking system.
Car rental costs in Toronto Airport depend on its duration, car class and specific season. A budget category Opel Astra or Citroen C1are available for just €29-€34 per day. When booking through Bookingautos.com, the price will be from €14. The higher segment will cost more. The daily fee for Skoda Superb, Opel Mokka, Opel Insignia Estate will be about €29. There are also available minivans, luxury cars, electric cars and business class cars. Their rental starts from €95 and can reach several hundred euros per day.
The demand for electric cars is growing not only in the segment of their sales. These cars are just as popular when renting, which is often accompanied by the provision of a free parking space and the possibility of free car charging around the city. To rent an electric car you should set the appropriate filter. Moreover, the rental of Tesla Model S when ordering in Toronto Airport will cost quite a modest amount.
Required documents for rental cars
Driving license
Credit card
Voucher
Passport
Attention!
A valid international driver's license is required!
Car rental tips in Toronto Airport
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Book in advance
Toronto Airport is a popular holiday destination and the car rental service is in great demand here. Therefore, it is recommended to book a car in advance. When booking online, you know exactly which car, for what price and under what conditions you will get in Toronto Airport. The main advantage of early booking is the cost savings. The less time left before the start of the rental, the higher the cost of the rental becomes. The optimal period for booking in rental companies is 6 weeks before receiving the car. If you book early, two days before receiving the car, you can cancel the order without any penalties.
Which car to choose for rent
Tourists who expect to drive only around the city and its immediate surroundings prefer to rent compact cars, Citroen C1 or Opel Astra. For trips to the mountains, you need a car with increased power. You should go on such a trip with a full tank, as fuel consumption in the mountains increases one and a half to two times. An all-wheel drive crossover would be the ideal car for this. Renting Opel Insignia Estate in Toronto Airport will cost €47 per day.
What you need to pay attention to when receiving a car
Before picking up, you are required to carefully inspect the car and point out to the rental company manager for scratches, damage and defects, such as dirty seat upholstery. You should check the ignition and the fuel level in the tank. You need to know the conditions for returning the car - where exactly, with what amount of fuel to return the car.
The rental agreement must include a telephone number to contact the rental company. It is designed so that customers can get help in emergency situations, such as when a car breaks down or in the event of an accident. A call to the rental company should be done first, even before the arrival of the police.
Insurance advice
Rental companies in Toronto Airport may offer different insurance options. They differ in price and set of options. Here are the basic types:
Third Party Liability (TPL)/Third Liability Protection (TLP). This is a third party liability protection. If you are the culprit of an accident, the insurance will compensate for the costs of the victims for you.
Collision Damage Waiver (CDW). This is to protect your vehicle from any damage. She works with a franchise. This is the amount that you will have to pay in case of damage in any case. The company will cover anything over the limit. The insurance does not cover theft.
Theft Insurance (TI)/Theft Protection (TP)/Theft Waiver (TW). This is car theft protection. Operates with a franchise.
Super Loss Damage Waiver (SLDW)/Theft Protection+Collision Damage Waiver (TP+CDW). Full protection against theft and damage, even if you are the culprit of the accident.
Personal Accident Insurance (PAI). This is medical insurance for the driver and passengers.
If you want to save money and choose the cheapest insurance, carefully inspect the car upon receipt. Make sure the machine is not damaged.
Check out the fuel policy
When you pick up your car, you may be asked to pay for a full tank of fuel right away. This condition will suit you if you plan to travel long distances. For a couple of trips around the city, you don’t need so much fuel, and therefore it doesn’t make sense to overpay. Pay attention to the fuel policy when booking a car. If necessary, use the special filter to select the most convenient option for you.
Unlimited mileage
According to the rental conditions, the mileage can be limited or unlimited. Travel lovers should choose the option without a limit. It will cost more, but in the end it will save. Check the appropriate box to filter offers with unlimited mileage.
Compare prices and conditions from different car rental companies
When choosing a rental car in Toronto Airport, you should carefully read all the terms of the rental. This is due to the fact that different companies may differ not only in rental prices, but also in conditions for limiting mileage, the cost of additional services, and the amount of the deposit. To compare rental conditions, it is convenient to use the search and booking system on our website.
How to choose a rental company
It is recommended to rent a car in trusted companies, that is, in those whose services you have already used. You can also focus on the rating of our site, which is displayed next to the name of the company in the search results.
Ceteris paribus, preference should be given to larger companies that have a high level of service and a large selection of cars. The best rental companies in Toronto Airport are ROUTES with an average rating of 9 points and GREEN MOTION (rating - 9).
Car pick-up procedure
You should show a voucher and personal documents. A manager draws up a lease agreement. The deposit is blocked on the card.
Before leaving the rental, turn on the ignition, find out the amount of fuel and compare it with what is written in the contract.
Inspect the car carefully. Point out to the manager any paint chips and scuffs. The employee must record the damage. Take a photo yourself: they should show the defect, the number of the car and the employee of the rental company. This will help to avoid problems when returning the car: it will prove that it was not you who torn the upholstery or scratched the fender.
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