Flights from Dubai to Toronto, Canada

With its soaring skyscrapers and wide green spaces, Toronto is an attractive city. As the capital of Ontario province, it attracts numerous business travelers, but with so much to see and do, there are also plenty of tourists. As a city break, it has much to offer, with museums, shops and restaurants a-plenty. Children will also enjoy Toronto, with its fascinating science center and a zoo with a vast selection of animals. It is also easy to escape the city bustle with a short boat trip to Toronto Islands.

Flying to Toronto

1. Which airports serve Dubai to Toronto?

There are two airports serving Dubai, but it is likely your flight to Toronto from Dubai will take off from Dubai International Airport, which is located 5km from Dubai center. If you drive yourself, there is plenty of car parking, but the Dubai metro is both quick and inexpensive. Riding a bus is another public transportation option.

Your flight from Dubai will land at Toronto’s main airport, Toronto Pearson International Airport, the busiest airport in Canada, as Toronto’s other airport only operates short-haul flights. You can take a train to the city’s hub train station, and there is also a regular bus service. There are several car rental agencies and taxis at the airport if you prefer that mode of transport.

2. Which airlines operate flights from Dubai to Toronto?

There are several flights to Toronto from Dubai each week. Emirates and Air Canada offer direct flights, while British Airways, Lufthansa, LOT, Alitalia and Virgin Atlantic have connecting flights.

3. How long is the flight?

A direct flight to Toronto from Dubai takes 13 hours 50 minutes, while a connecting flight takes at least 16 hours. Toronto is eight hours behind Dubai, so factor in some adjusting to the start of your trip.

4. Climate changes between Dubai and Toronto

After the hot, dry desert climate of Dubai, the temperature of Toronto may be a shock. The summer months can be hot, but the winters are cold and often snowy, so don’t forget the warm coats if you travel to Toronto then.

5. Culture differences and need-to-know

Most businesses in Toronto will be happy for you to use a debit or credit card, but if you require cash, the currency used is the Canadian dollar. You can easily exchange money in banks across the city.

Not all foreign nationals require a visa to visit Toronto, but you must have a valid passport. If you do require a visa, you can apply online or submit a paper application.

Toronto Information

While the gleaming skyscrapers and modern buildings of Toronto may not seem so different from those in Dubai, the array of green spaces are very different from the desert climate of Dubai. High Park is a popular park with swimming pools, picnic areas and playgrounds. It also has an open-air theater where you can enjoy a show. Among the towers of Toronto’s skyline, you cannot miss the CN Tower. From the highest viewing areas, you can see as far as New York State and Niagara Falls, while if you are feeling adventurous, take part in the hands-free EdgeWalk outside around the roof’s circumference.