Saint John to Toronto (YSJ–YYZ) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
YSJ–YYZ is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Air Canada, Emirates and United Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 686 miles in approximately 2h 9m. Beyond nonstop, 3 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC Air Canada | 14 | CR9 | 2h19-2h23 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| EK Emirates | 7 | CR9 | 2h19 | – | – | – |
| UA United Airlines | 7 | CR9 | 2h09 | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Toronto from Saint John
| Metric | YSJ→YYZ | YFC→YYZ | YQM→YYZ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from YSJ | – | 49 mi | 80 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 2 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | 28 | 15 | 32 |
| Flight time | 2h 9m | 2h 2m | 1h 50m |
Travel Essentials
YSJ: ADT · YYZ: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Saint John, it's 5:00 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.
YSJ–YYZ Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from YSJ to YYZ
Saint John Airport (YSJ) and Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada, Emirates and United Airlines. With 28 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
YSJ to YYZ Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from YSJ to YYZ ranges from 2 hours 9 minutes to 2 hours 23 minutes. The route covers a distance of 686 miles (1,103 km). There are approximately 28 weekly flights outbound and 24 return, totaling 52 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
3 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via YHU. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Fredericton (YFC), Moncton (YQM) and Halifax (YHZ).