Travelling from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Toronto: what you need to know
John Wayne Airport is located in Santa Ana. Based in the UTC-4 timezone, Toronto is three hours ahead of Santa Ana.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your SNA to Toronto flight.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow a little extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even tick off a new city. When searching for plane tickets from SNA to Toronto, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
The journey from central Santa Ana to SNA takes around 1 hour 5 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a hotel near SNA? If you're boarding an early flight from John Wayne Airport to Toronto, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
John Wayne Airport has a strong on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from SNA touch down on schedule 81.53% of the time.
SNA is located at 18601 Airport Way.
How to find the cheapest flights from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Toronto
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way John Wayne Airport to Toronto flight is P7,136. The cheapest price for a return flight is P14,007. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from SNA to Toronto if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from John Wayne Airport to Toronto across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from John Wayne Airport to Toronto by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto takes around 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 27 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to YYZ if you're coming in on a late flight from John Wayne Airport to Toronto. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Pearson International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion or Thrifty and experience the lesser-explored corners of Toronto and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Pearson International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from SNA to Toronto.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) is roughly 3 kilometres from central Toronto. Once you've disembarked your flight from John Wayne Airport to Toronto, it'll take you around 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 40 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to YTZ. Here are a few options where you can check in after your SNA to Toronto flight:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or waiting in a long cab line. Grab a Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare rates and availability from Hertz, National and Avis.
Get exactly what you want. Reserving your ride from YTZ one week in advance often means better deals and a wider range of vehicles.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) is around 105 kilometres from central Toronto. It'll take you about 1 hour 15 minutes to reach the city centre in a ride-share or cab once you've stepped off your flight from John Wayne Airport to Toronto.
The journey will take you roughly 4 hours 5 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Find a hotel close to YKF and go from landing to lounging in your room in a flash. Whether you're arriving on a late SNA to Toronto flight or just want a hassle-free arrival, these accommodation options offer convenience when you need it most:
Take control of the next part of your journey by picking up a Region of Waterloo International Airport rental car. Avis, Enterprise and Budget will get you on the road.
Booking at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from John Wayne Airport to Toronto is a good move. Along with better prices, you'll get a better selection of vehicle makes and models at YKF.
Best time to go to Toronto
Travel to Toronto during peak season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from John Wayne Airport to Toronto during low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
When booking your John Wayne Airport to Toronto plane ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Toronto, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SNA to Toronto in January when temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF).
More about Toronto
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Toronto right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from John Wayne Airport to Toronto:
Royal Ontario Museum and CN Tower are just the start of the major attractions to add to your Toronto travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Explore more of Canada
You've done Toronto, now it's time to explore more of Canada. Journey around 499 kilometres north-east to Montreal to check off its popular sights. From Mount Royal Park to Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Ottawa is another must-experience destination in Canada and is around 354 kilometres north-east of Toronto. No trip is complete without dropping by Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.
