How much is a taxi from Toronto airport to city?

How much is a taxi from Toronto airport to Downtown Toronto? Taxis at Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) have set fees to downtown Toronto. The fare of your taxi ride will depend on which zone in Downtown you're traveling to, but will be between $50 to $60 Canadian dollars.



For a taxi from Toronto Pearson International (YYZ) to the downtown core in 2026, you should expect to pay a Flat Rate of approximately $62 to $80 CAD. The airport operates a "Zonal" pricing system for licensed taxis and limos to ensure price transparency for travelers. For most "Zone 1" downtown locations (near Union Station or the CN Tower), the base flat rate is $62, plus a $10 airport surcharge for pickups originating at Pearson. Including a standard 15% tip and applicable taxes, the total "all-in" cost typically lands around $75–$85 CAD. While rideshare services like Uber or Lyft are available, their "Surge Pricing" during peak hours (like a Friday afternoon or a major event at the Rogers Centre) can often exceed the taxi flat rate. For solo travelers on a budget, the UP Express train remains the most efficient alternative, costing only $12.35 and reaching Union Station in exactly 25 minutes, bypassing the legendary 401 traffic.

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Union Pearson Express runs from Pearson Airport to Union Station in downtown Toronto in just 25 minutes. Adult one-way fare from Pearson to Union is $12.35, or $9.25 with PRESTO! Youth and Post-Secondary students save 40% off standard adult fare when using PRESTO. Children under 12 years of age ride free.

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Taxi and limos are available on the arrivals levels at both terminals. Toronto airport taxis and limos are a fast and easy way to travel across the city, to the suburbs or wherever you want to go.

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Book an airport limo or taxi for your next trip by calling 1-800-465-3434 or schedule online today! Right on time (a little early even) and very reasonable price.

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They charge flat rates – no surge pricing – to Toronto destinations, accept all major credit cards and meet safety requirements.

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You can get to Niagara Falls from Toronto in about 90 minutes by car, and about two hours by train or bus. The waterfall sits on the American-Canadian border and is actually made up of three waterfalls: American Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, and Horseshoe Falls, which is the largest and most iconic.

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An airport taxi is primarily dedicated to transporting passengers to and from airports. It specializes in airport transfers, catering specifically to travelers who require transportation to catch flights or upon landing. On the other hand, a regular taxi offers a broader range of services.

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Do drivers using Uber pick up at YYZ? Yes. Go to this list of airports around the world where you can request a ride with Uber.

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(C) YYZ ? Toronto Pearson International Airport As for the 'YZ' part, that dates all the way back to the Morse Code railway stations along the Canadian National Railway, which had two-letter identifiers. The code for the station in Malton, Ontario, was YZ, which is where Pearson sits today?hence YYZ.

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Licensed Toronto taxis will accept payment with all major credit cards. If you are hailing a taxi off the street, check if the taxi light on the roof is on – if it is on, that indicates the taxi is available, if it is off, it is unavailable. Tipping your driver 10 to 15% for good service is common courtesy in Toronto.

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