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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from San Francisco to Toronto:

• Earliest: departs at 12:32 am and lands at 5:28 am
• Latest: departs at 11:29 pm and lands at 4:25 am.

The flight takes about 4h 56m.

Four cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to Toronto:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

Prices vary by airline.

A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Toronto takes 4h 56m, covering 2,265 miles.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Toronto range from $441 to $695, with an average of $548 over the past 12 months. Anything below $441 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 55% above the $548 route average. Book 14 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $344 round-trip via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA), compared to $558 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $30–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Afternoon is the busiest departure period on San Francisco to Toronto flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 34%, night flights for 16%, and evening flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $349 to $1,914. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

Three airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on San Francisco to Toronto flights:

• Air Canada
• United Airlines
• Air New Zealand

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

One-way fares from San Francisco to Toronto are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $176, which is 35% below the typical average for this route.

Since Toronto is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
Near Toronto Pearson Intl Airport (YYZ) — daily rates from around $5:

• Ace
• City Car & Truck Rental
• Routes Car & Truck Rentals
• Zoom Rent A Car
• Hertz

Near Toronto Island Airport (YTZ) — daily rates from around $13:

• Hertz
• Enterprise Rent-A-Car
• National
• Advance Car And Truck Rental
• Budget

Flights from San Francisco to Toronto usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and may arrive at several airports in Toronto area, including Toronto Region of Waterloo Intl (YKF), Toronto Island (YTZ) and Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ).

One-stop flights from San Francisco to Toronto most commonly connect through:

• Calgary (YYC) - 57% of one-stop connections
• Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 9% of one-stop connections
• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 5% of one-stop connections
• Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 5% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 10% on flights from San Francisco to Toronto. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $525 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $581, a difference of $56.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

3 airlines operate flights between San Francisco and Toronto. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• Air Canada
• United Airlines
• Porter Airlines

Flying via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 48m, compared with 7h 57m via Salt Lake City (SLC) and 8h 01m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

Toronto is 3 hours ahead of San Francisco (Eastern Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Toronto are Rogers Centre, Union Station and Scotiabank Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Toronto on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating San Francisco to Toronto flights:

• Air Canada: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Porter Airlines: offers free seat selection
• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• American Airlines: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Air Canada: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Porter Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

For flights from San Francisco to Toronto, Air Canada offers special assistance through its Mobility Assistance Program. Passengers can request wheelchair assistance. Those using a portable oxygen concentrator (POC) onboard must bring enough battery power for 1.5 times the total travel time. The program also includes boarding and deplaning assistance and escorts through the airport. Similar services may also be available with airlines like United Airlines.

WestJet allows birds, cats and dogs to travel in the cabin. The airline requires a compliant kennel for transport and offers a special pet-friendly check-in procedure, which can make travel easier for passengers with animals.