Rochester to Toronto (RST–YYZ) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
RST–YYZ is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. The flight covers 642 miles in approximately 1h 33m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CNK CNK | 1 | C56X | 1h31 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Toronto from Rochester
| Metric | RST→YYZ | MSP→YYZ |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from RST | – | 76 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 12 |
| Weekly flights | 2 | 86 |
| Flight time | 1h 33m | 2h |
Travel Essentials
RST: CDT · YYZ: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Rochester, it's 7:00 PM in Toronto.
US passport holders enter Canada without a visa for stays up to 6 months. No eTA is needed when arriving by air with a US passport. Passport must be valid for the duration of the stay. A return or onward ticket and proof of funds may be requested at the border.
UP Express from T1 to Union Station runs every 15 minutes (25 min, CAD $12.35). The station is inside T1; take the LINK train from T3 arrivals first (free, 3 min). Taxis to downtown use a meter; expect CAD $55–75.Ride-hail (Uber, Lyft) picks up at the designated Ground Transportation area; follow signs. TTC buses run to the Kipling and Bloor–Yonge subway stations (CAD $3.30) for a longer but cheaper option. Car rental agencies are at T1 and accessible from T3 via the LINK train.
Humid continental climate. Winters are harsh (−10 to −1°C, December–March) with significant snowfall. Pearson closes runways for plowing and de-icing regularly, causing wave delays. Ice storms (freezing rain) are more disruptive than snowfall and can halt operations for hours. Buffalo-effect lake-effect snow can bring heavy accumulations with little warning.
Summers are warm and humid (22–30°C) with afternoon thunderstorms that delay departures July–August. Spring and fall are pleasant but unpredictable. YYZ connections in winter require significant schedule buffer. It is Canada's most weather-disrupted major hub.
RST–YYZ Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from RST to YYZ
Rochester International Airport (RST) and Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) are connected by nonstop service. With 2 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
RST to YYZ Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from RST to YYZ is about 1 hours 33 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 642 miles (1,032 km). There are approximately 2 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 3 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Minneapolis–Saint Paul and Chicago O'Hare. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Minneapolis (MSP).