Got off at Pearson and wondering where your airline is? Not sure where to eat after security? If you’re trying to get from Terminal 1 to Terminal 3, this page is for you. We include detailed terminal maps, a complete directory of every airline and gate, and zone-by-zone dining options ‚ actual limousine and taxi pickup locations and tips that local chauffeurs know․
Whether you are flying into Toronto for business, visiting Niagara Falls for the weekend or using Pearson as your international long-haul connection airport, our thorough airport guide will help you find your way around the airport with confidence and ease․ Once you are ready to leave the airport, choose from our flat-rate, 24/7‚ private car-service Toronto airport pickups from both Terminal 1 and 3․
Toronto Pearson Airport Overview
Toronto Pearson International Airport (IATA: YYZ; ICAO: CYYZ), also known as Toronto Pearson, Toronto Pearson International, or more simply Pearson, is an international airport in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada, 22.5 km (14 mi) northwest of Downtown Toronto. It is the largest and busiest airport in Canada and the main international airport in Southern Ontario․ The airport is operated by the Greater Toronto Airports Authority and is served by more than 75 airlines and welcomes over 50 million passengers each year․
Prior to 1960, the airport was known by its original name Malton Airport before being renamed after former Prime Minister Lester B. Pearson. The airport is owned by the Government of Canada and operated by the GTA․ It is open 24 hours and has two passenger terminals, Terminal 1 and Terminal 3 (in use), with a total of 106 passenger gates․
Quick Reference:
- Address: 6301 Silver Dart Dr, Mississauga, ON L5P 1B2‚ Canada
- Phone: +1 416-247-7678 | Toll-free: 1-866-207-1690
- TTY: (416) 776-3843 | TTY Toll-Free: 1-866-603-4495
- IATA Code: YYZ, ICAO Code: CYYZ
- Coordinates: 43.6777°N 79.6248°W
- Time Zone: Eastern Time (UTC 5 / UTC 4 DST)
Toronto Pearson Airport Terminal 1: Complete Guide
Terminal 1 Layout and Gates
Terminal 1 is the larger of the two terminals, at over 346,000 square metres (3,720,000 sq ft). It is the largest airport terminal in Canada ‚ and one of the largest in the world, with 58 gates on three piers. Terminal 1 serves Air Canada, the Star Alliance, and some international airlines․
The domestic and US gate areas contain the D-gates (D1, D3, D5, D7, D12, D20, D22, D24, D26, D28, D31 to D45, D51, and D53 to D57), and the international and US gate area contains the F-gates (F60 to 63, F64A/B, F65, F66A/B, F67 to F81, F91, and F93). All international arrivals use the E-gates (E74 to E77). E73 and E75 also have dual jetways capable of accommodating the Airbus A380, the model operated by Emirates at Pearson․
In addition, Terminal 1 has special customs “B” checkpoints along its international arrivals corridor for passengers with a connection from an international arrival to an international (non-US) departure; these checkpoints avoid the need to recheck bags or go through security again before departing․
Terminal 1 Levels
- Level 3 (Upper): Departures and check-in counters. The check-in counters in the airport are located in the middle of the upper level․
- Level 2 (Middle): Arrivals and UP Express connection. Taxis and limousines are available at doors A and F․
- Level 1 (Ground): Public transit buses‚ rental cars‚ and other ground transportation․
Airlines at Terminal 1
Air Canada, Air Canada Rouge, United Airlines, Lufthansa, Turkish Airlines, Ethiopian Airlines, Emirates, Swiss International Air Lines, Austrian Airlines, LOT Polish Airlines, Scandinavian Airlines (SAS), Air North, ITA Airways, Porter Airlines and most other members of the Star Alliance fly from Terminal 1․
Food and Dining at Terminal 1
Terminal 1 has pre- and post-security dining options, including Booster Juice, Tim Hortons and various sit-down restaurants for international departures. Restaurants serving domestic/US departures include Swiss Chalet, Bar 120, and Tim Hortons, and there are several grab-and-go outlets․ There are also several coffee shops for high-quality coffee during your waiting time․
Lounges in Terminal 1
Terminal 1 has a total of 8 lounges: 5 operated by Air Canada (3 Maple Leaf Lounges for domestic, US and International passengers, 1 Maple Leaf Express Lounge and 1 Signature Suite located within the International Lounge) and several pay-per-use Plaza Premium Lounges that offer food‚ beverages‚ wifi and showers for a fee (CAD$50-70) ․
Amenities in Terminal 1
- Appletree Medical Centre: Located on Level 2 before security, doctors are available on-site four days a week and via telemedicine․
- 7-Eleven: Before security, offering snacks and essentials․
- Mamava Nursing Pod: Clean, private space for nursing mothers․
- Children’s Play Areas: Four play zones are found throughout the terminal․
- Pet Relief Areas: Airside (after security), landside (before security)․
- Free WiFi: Connect to the “TorontoPearson_Free_WiFi” network․
- Charging Stations: USB and electrical sockets in all seating areas․
- Currency Exchange: Multiple locations in both arrivals and departures․
- Prayer/Meditation Rooms: Non-denominational quiet rooms available․
Toronto Pearson Airport Terminal 3: Complete Guide
Terminal 3 Layout and Gates
Terminal 3 has 48 gates․ It is mainly occupied by WestJet and most of the airlines in the Oneworld and SkyTeam alliances. Terminal 3’s concourse is divided by three groups of gates: the A-gates (A1 to A6)‚ the B-gates (B1a to B1d, B2a to B2b‚ B3 to B5‚ B7 to B20‚ B22)‚ and the C-gates (C24 to C41)․
Terminal 3 Levels
- Level 3 (Upper): Check-in and departure level․ Connected directly to the Sheraton Gateway Hotel․
- Level 2 (Middle): Departures processing and security․
- Level 1 (Ground): Arrivals, taxis, limos, rental cars, public transportation. The pick-up point is near Door A by the Subway restaurant․
Airlines at Terminal 3
WestJet, Delta Air Lines, American Airlines‚ British Airways‚ Air France‚ KLM Royal Dutch Airlines‚ Cathay Pacific‚ Flair Airlines‚ Sunwing Airlines‚ Air Transat‚ and other airlines use Terminal 3․
Food and Dining at Terminal 3
Terminal 3 contains Subway, Tim Hortons and Wendy’s post-security‚ as well as several other restaurants within the international departures zone. There are also food and drink stalls before security near the check-in area․
Lounges in Terminal 3
Terminal 3 has the Air France-KLM, American Airlines Admirals Club, and Plaza Premium lounges that serve domestic, US departure and international flights. Some lounges are accessible through Priority Pass. Day passes can be purchased at the lounge entrance ․
Terminal 3 Parking
For short-term parking at Pearson Terminal 3, there is Express Park (closest and highest rate), Daily Park (attached parking garage), or Value Park (off-site lowest rate; free shuttle bus via LINK Train)․ For short-term pick-ups, there is a free Cell Phone Waiting Area in Terminal 3 in a parking lot with live arrival flight monitors․
Which Terminal Is My Airline At? — Complete Airline Directory
Use the table below to quickly identify which terminal your airline operates from at Toronto Pearson. This is the most frequently searched question about YYZ:
| Airline | Terminal | Alliance |
| Air Canada / Rouge | Terminal 1 | Star Alliance |
| Air France | Terminal 3 | SkyTeam |
| Air North | Terminal 1 | Independent |
| Air Transat | Terminal 3 | Independent |
| American Airlines | Terminal 3 | oneworld |
| Austrian Airlines | Terminal 1 | Star Alliance |
| British Airways | Terminal 3 | oneworld |
| Cathay Pacific | Terminal 3 | oneworld |
| Delta Air Lines | Terminal 3 | SkyTeam |
| Emirates | Terminal 1 | Independent |
| Ethiopian Airlines | Terminal 1 | Star Alliance |
| Flair Airlines | Terminal 3 | Independent |
| ITA Airways | Terminal 1 | SkyTeam |
| KLM Royal Dutch | Terminal 3 | SkyTeam |
| LOT Polish Airlines | Terminal 1 | Star Alliance |
| Lufthansa | Terminal 1 | Star Alliance |
| Porter Airlines | Terminal 1 | Independent |
| SAS Scandinavian | Terminal 1 | Star Alliance |
| Sunwing Airlines | Terminal 3 | Independent |
| Swiss International | Terminal 1 | Star Alliance |
| Turkish Airlines | Terminal 1 | Star Alliance |
| United Airlines | Terminal 1 | Star Alliance |
| WestJet | Terminal 3 | Independent |
Important: Airlines occasionally change terminals. Always confirm with your airline or check your boarding pass before travelling.
Toronto Pearson Terminal Maps
Terminal 1 Map Overview
Terminal 1 is shown with all three terminal levels: departures/check-in on Level 3‚ arrivals on Level 2‚ and the UP Express platforms, also on Level 2․ The ground transportation hub is located on Level 1․ Prominent landmarks are the D‚ F‚ and E-piers serving domestic and US gates‚ international departures, and international arrivals respectively․ Security screening areas are on Level 3 following check-in. Download the official Terminal 1 map PDF from the Toronto Pearson website for offline access․
Terminal 3 Map Overview
The Terminal 3 map includes the A‚ B and C gates․ The Sheraton Gateway Hotel is connected to Level 3 of the terminal․ Customs and immigration processing for international arrivals is located on Level 1․ Primary inspection kiosks are available for identity validation and customs declaration․
Terminal 3 Food Map
Travelers commonly search for a food map showing where they can eat at Terminal 3‚ as most food options are located around the B-gates and C-gates for post-security food․ Pre-security dining is near the check-in counters on Level 3․ There are also multiple Tim Hortons throughout the terminal․
Tip: Download and save terminal maps on your phone before you fly for offline navigation.
Getting Between Terminal 1 and Terminal 3
The LINK Train is a free automated light rail people mover system providing 24-hour service between Terminal 1‚ Terminal 3‚ and Viscount Station․ Trains run every 4 to 8 minutes․ The ride between terminals typically takes 3-5 minutes․
Viscount Station accesses employee parking‚ some shuttles to hotels‚ and Value Park Garage․ If you are changing flights and your connecting flight arrives at another terminal‚ allow at least an additional 90 minutes between flights․ When connecting to another terminal‚ you will have to go through security again․
Can you walk from Terminal 1 to Terminal 3?
There is no link between Terminal 1 and Terminal 3 due to taxiways and active runways separating them․ Passengers travelling between these terminals have to take the LINK Train․ Shuttles are provided for these passengers if the LINK Train is not in operation․ The shuttles are free of charge․
Toronto Pearson Departures Guide
Recommended Arrival Times
- International flights: Arrive at least 3 hours before departure
- US-bound flights‚ which offer US customs pre-clearance at Pearson‚ require check-in 2․5 hours prior
- Domestic flights: Arrive 90 minutes before departure
Check-In and Security
Self-service check-in kiosks are available in both terminals․ In Terminal 1‚ check-in desks are located in the middle of the terminal at Level 3․ To check-in‚ go to the check-in counters located near the A-gates‚ in Terminal 3․ Proceed to the airline bag-drop counter to drop your bags․ At the check-in counters‚ please check for your airlines check-in cutoff time․ It is usually 45 or 60 minutes before boarding time‚ but you must pass through security and proceed to your gate․ You should arrive at your gate at least 30 minutes before boarding․
Baggage Services
Free baggage carts are available in both terminals‚ and secure baggage wrapping facilities are also located throughout much of the departures level․ If you need to wrap your luggage‚ wrapping stations are available near the check-in aisles․
Accessibility at Departures
Pearson Departure Terminal has change rooms and wheelchair-accessible washrooms․ The AIRA and BlindSquare mobile applications are available for people with vision loss for wayfinding assistance․ You can book a wheelchair and mobility assistance with your airline‚ and these should be arranged at least 48 hours in advance․ There are also in-terminal shuttles to/from the gate․ Autistic travelers can use the free Magnus Cards app․ For families traveling with young children‚ we can pre-install child car seats in our limos if you require a limo with a child car seat․
Toronto Pearson Arrivals Guide
Customs and Immigration
Terminal 1 has Automated Border Clearance (ABC) self-service kiosks for Canadian passport holders and US citizens to expedite border clearance․ Terminal 3 has a Primary Inspection Kiosk for up to five members of the same household travelling together to expedite border clearance․ Installing the ArriveCAN app and the e-Declaration app may reduce your wait time at the airport․
Normal customs clearance at the kiosks may take a few minutes depending on the number of international flights arriving at the same time‚ especially during busy hours․ US customs pre-clearance facilities at Terminal 1 usually open around 4:30 AM․
Baggage Claim
After customs‚ follow the signs to the baggage carousel displayed on the screen․ Free luggage carts․ If you have delayed‚ damaged‚ or lost luggage‚ visit your airline’s baggage service desk in the arrivals hall․ If you have lost something at the airport (not on the aircraft)‚ contact Toronto Pearson’s Lost and Found․
Getting from Arrivals to Your Ride
This is where knowing exactly where your pickups are saves time:
Terminal 1 Pickup:
- For pre-arranged limo service‚ go to Level 2 (Arrivals)‚ Door An and check in at the pre-arranged limousine counter with your name․ The commissioner will page your driver from the holding area․ Your ride will arrive at Door A in 3-5 minutes․
- Taxis are available outside Door An and Door F‚ Level 2․
- Rideshare (Uber/Lyft): Follow signage to the designated pickup posts on the arrivals level․
Terminal 3 Pickup:
- Pre-arranged limo: Proceed to Level 1 (Arrivals)‚ Door A (next to the Subway restaurant)‚ check in with your commissioner and have your driver paged․
- Taxis: Level 1 outside the arrivals exit․
- Rideshare: designated pick up zones on Level 1․
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Ground Transportation from Toronto Pearson Airport
Limo and Private Car Service
The most convenient option for business travelers‚ families or groups is to book an airport transfer service․ The driver will wait for you at the agreed counter in arrivals‚ help with your luggage and take you directly to your destination․ Another benefit to metered fare is that Pearson Airport Limo Toronto services the whole GTA‚ so 24 hours a day you can find us servicing Mississauga‚ Brampton‚ Markham‚ Oakville‚ Burlington‚ Niagara Falls‚ Kitchener‚ Barrie‚ London‚ and Ottawa․ We also provide long distance service and cross-border limo service to Buffalo and other destinations in the United States․ See our fleet․
Taxis
Licensed taxis charge fixed fares to most locations in the GTA‚ and there is no surge pricing․ Downtown Toronto: CAD 55-60․ Taxis with GTAA-branded number plates and window stickers are available․ Taxi stands are labeled and are located outside arrivals at both terminals․ Drivers cannot deny service to passengers with service animals․
UP Express (Union Pearson Express)
UP Express connects Terminal 1 to downtown Toronto’s Union Station in 25 minutes‚ with trains leaving every 15 minutes from around 05:30 to midnight․ Service is available from Terminal 1 Level 1‚ and at Weston and Bloor GO stations․
Fares:
• Presto card: ~$12.35 CAD
• Cash/credit: ~$27.00 CAD
• Children 12 and under: Free with paying adult
Public Transit Buses
Several affordable bus routes connect Pearson to the GTA:
• Bus 192 (Airport Rocket): To Kipling subway station (TTC)
• Bus 52: To Lawrence West subway station (TTC)
• Bus 7: To Westwood Mall, Mississauga (MiWay)
• Bus 58A (Malton): To Lawrence West station
• Bus 300/300A: To Danforth (night service)
• Bus 307: To Eglinton (night service)
• GO Transit and Brampton Transit routes also available
Rideshare (Uber and Lyft)
Rideshare pickup spots are located on the arrivals level of each terminal․ Follow the airport’s rideshare signs․ Surge pricing may apply during rush hour․ The average ride to downtown Toronto costs between CAD $30-55․
Rental Cars
Enterprise‚ Hertz‚ Avis‚ Budget‚ National‚ Thrifty‚ Dollar and Alamo operate out of Pearson․ A shuttle bus connects the rental car centre to Terminals 1 and 3․
Terminal 1 vs Terminal 3: Side-by-Side Comparison
| Feature | Terminal 1 | Terminal 3 |
| Total Gates | 58 | 48 |
| Primary Airlines | Air Canada, Star Alliance | WestJet, Delta, BA, Air France |
| Lounges | 8 (including Signature Suite) | 4 |
| UP Express | Yes (Level 1) | No (use LINK Train) |
| Hotel Connection | No | Sheraton Gateway (Level 3) |
| A380 Capable | Yes (2 gates) | No |
| Medical Centre | Appletree (Level 2) | No |
| Customs B Checkpoint | Yes | No |
| Limo Pickup | Door A, Level 2 | Door A, Level 1 |
Parking at Toronto Pearson Airport
- Express Park: Closest to terminal entrances․ Ideal for short visits․ Premium daily rate․
- Daily Park: Attached garages․ One per terminal․ Moderate daily rate․
- Value Park: Off-site and served by LINK Train‚ best value for trips of four or more days․
- Cell Phone Waiting Area: Free short-term lot from which to wait to pick up passengers‚ located near Terminal 3 (with flight monitors)․
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Pearson Airport Duty-Free Shopping
Duty free shopping‚ including tax-free perfume‚ cosmetics‚ spirits‚ tobacco‚ electronics‚ and souvenirs‚ is available at Toronto Pearson․ Dufry Duty Free main stores are located post-security in both terminals and include Burberry‚ Gucci‚ Michael Kors‚ Victoria’s Secret‚ Coach‚ Bobbi Brown‚ and Bulgari stores․ Shops under the RELAY brand in both terminals sell books‚ snacks‚ drinks‚ tobacco products‚ electronics and travel essentials․ The majority of duty-free shops open between 3:00 and 5:00 am․ Discover Canada stores feature uniquely Canadian souvenirs and gifts․
Hotels at and Near Toronto Pearson Airport
The only hotel on airport property‚ the Sheraton Gateway Hotel is connected to Level 3 of Terminal 3‚ and is particularly convenient for those with very early departures‚ late-night arrivals or extended layovers․
Nearby off-site hotels with shuttle service include:
• ALT Hotel Toronto Pearson
• Four Points by Sheraton Toronto Airport
• Comfort Inn Toronto Airport
• Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Toronto Airport
• Hilton Toronto Airport Hotel & Suites
There is also a gas station near Pearson Airport for those driving their own vehicles․
Directions to Toronto Pearson Airport
From Downtown Toronto: Highway 427 North to Highway 409 West; airport terminals are accessible directly from Highway 409․
From Niagara Falls / US Border: Take the Queen Elizabeth Way (QEW) to Highway 407 East (Toll Road)‚ then take Highway 403 East to the airport․ Consider our Niagara Falls airport limo for direct airport transportation․
From the North (Barrie, Muskoka): Highway 400 South to Highway 401 West‚ then Highway 409 West․
From the East (Oshawa, Kingston): Take Highway 401 West to Highway 409 West․
Accessibility and Special Services
- Wheelchair and electric vehicle assistance to the plane must be pre-booked with your airline 48 hours before travel․
- Service animals: All taxis and limos must take service animals․ Drivers cannot refuse service animals․
- AIRA / BlindSquare: Navigation apps for people with vision loss․
- Magnus Cards: Free autism travel app available at both terminals․
- Mamava Nursing Pods: Private nursing rooms in Terminals 1 and 3․
- ADA-compliant washrooms: Available in both terminals․
- Our livery car service fleet includes wheelchair-accessible vehicle options by request․ Please call․
Tips for First-Time Travelers at Pearson Airport
- Check your terminal number before you leave home‚ as your boarding pass or the airline app will show Terminal 1 or Terminal 3․
- Download terminal maps for offline navigation on your phone․
- Book your ground transportation early to avoid waiting for taxis‚ especially during holidays or high-demand periods․
- For US-bound flights‚ arrive early‚ as you will clear US customs and immigration at Pearson before boarding․
- Take the free LINK Train between terminals‚ and allow 90+ minutes for inter-terminal connections․
- Always keep your boarding pass and photo ID on your person․
- Use the free WiFi to check for gate or flight changes․
- If you are traveling with children‚ locate play areas in your terminal before settling in․
- If you are traveling as a family with small children‚ you may want to consider our limo with child car seat service․
- If arriving from outside Canada‚ download the ArriveCAN application before landing in Canada․
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