Matanzas to Toronto (VRA–YYZ) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
VRA–YYZ is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. WestJet, Air Transat and Air Canada lead the route. The flight covers 1,430 miles in approximately 3h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 6 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WS WestJet | 9 | 38M | 3h37 | – | – | – |
| TS Air Transat | 3 | 332 | 3h30 | – | – | – |
| AC Air Canada | 0 | – | – | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Toronto from Matanzas
| Metric | VRA→YYZ | SNU→YYZ |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from VRA | – | 102 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 12 | 6 |
| Flight time | 3h 30m | 3h 44m |
Travel Essentials
VRA: CDT · YYZ: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Matanzas, it's 6:00 PM in Toronto.
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.
VRA–YYZ Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from VRA to YYZ
Juan Gualberto Gomez International Airport (VRA) and Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada, Air Transat and WestJet. With 12 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
VRA to YYZ Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from VRA to YYZ ranges from 3 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours 37 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,430 miles (2,301 km). There are approximately 12 weekly flights outbound and 2 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
6 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via YXU. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Santa Clara (SNU).