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✈️ YTZ · Toronto, Canada

Traveling Through YTZ — Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport

Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport serves 1 terminal, 2 airlines. Everything you need to know before you fly — terminals, transit, tips, and more.

3M passengers/year (2017) · Updated March 2026


📋 Key Facts for Your Trip

Essential info before you fly through YTZ

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Terminals
1 terminal (Main Terminal)
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Domestic Check-in
30 minutes before departure (Porter Airlines), 45 minutes for US flights
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International Check-in
45 minutes before departure (for US flights with preclearance)
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WiFi
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport
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Power Outlets
Available in lounges (e.g., Aspire | Air Canada Café) and likely in other areas
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Annual Passengers
3M passengers/year (2017)

✈️ Airlines at YTZ

Terminal assignments — always confirm with your airline before travel

Airline Terminal(s)
Porter Airlines Main Terminal
Air Canada Main Terminal

🚗 Getting To & From YTZ

Ground transportation options for Toronto

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Bus / Shuttle

TTC 509 Harbourfront and 511 Bathurst Streetcars. Free shuttle bus to Union Station.

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Rideshare

Uber, Lyft

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Taxi

Available. Approximately $11-$14 to downtown Toronto.

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Parking

Approximately $35 per day · $5 per 20 minutes, $40 daily maximum

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Rental Cars

Hertz (lower level, island terminal, near baggage claim), Enterprise/National (kiosk at Eireann Quay parking lot on the island)


🍽️ Inside YTZ

Food, lounges, and shopping at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport

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Food & Dining

Before security: Booster Juice (pre-security, arrivals), Gateway (pre-security, arrivals) · After security: Bar OBISPO Restaurant (domestic lounge), Balzac’s Coffee Roasters (domestic lounge), Market@416 (transborder lounge), Aspire | Air Canada Café (domestic lounge)

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Lounges

Aspire | Air Canada Café (Domestic Lounge, access via Priority Pass, DragonPass, American Express, Air Canada status, or paid access)

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Shopping

Duty Free (post-security, trans-border lounge), Hudson Travel Essentials (post-security in both lounges), Gateway (pre-security, arrivals)


💡 Frequent Traveler Tips for YTZ

Insider knowledge to make your time at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport smoother

  • 1 Accessible via pedestrian tunnel or short ferry ride from mainland.
  • 2 Free shuttle bus connects to Union Station downtown.
  • 3 U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Preclearance facility available for US-bound flights.
  • 4 Offers scenic views of the Toronto skyline during take-off and landing.
  • 5 Complimentary baggage carts are available throughout the terminal.

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Frequently Asked Questions — YTZ

How many terminals does YTZ (Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport) have?

Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport has 1 terminal: Main Terminal. Always confirm your terminal with your airline before travel, as assignments can change.

Does YTZ have free WiFi?

Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. For real-time connectivity updates and to stay on top of gate changes, download TripTrack — it tracks your flight automatically.

How early should I arrive at YTZ?

For domestic flights, check-in closes 30 minutes before departure (Porter Airlines), 45 minutes for US flights. For international flights, check-in closes 45 minutes before departure (for US flights with preclearance). As a general rule, arrive at least 2 hours before domestic flights and 3 hours before international flights to allow time for check-in, security, and reaching your gate.

What airlines fly from YTZ?

Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport is served by 2 airlines, including Porter Airlines, Air Canada. See the full airline and terminal list above.

How do I get from YTZ to Toronto?

Ground transportation options from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport include bus/shuttle service, rideshare apps, taxi. See the Getting To & From section above for details.

Is there parking at YTZ?

Yes, Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport offers parking options. Approximately $35 per day $5 per 20 minutes, $40 daily maximum Rates and availability change — check the airport website for current pricing.

How can I track my flight from YTZ in real time?

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