San Francisco to Toronto flights
Direct and connecting flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Lester B. Pearson International Airport (YYZ) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from San Francisco to Toronto take?
Flight time from San Francisco (SFO) to Toronto (YYZ) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from San Francisco to Toronto?
Airline availability for SFO to YYZ changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from San Francisco to Toronto?
Direct (nonstop) availability on SFO to YYZ varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence involving any operator on this pair in the last 90 days.
- Porter Airlines76
- Air Canada40
- United Airlines40
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| Air Canada | 4 sightings | No recorded events |
| United Airlines | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
| Porter Airlines | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning SFO → YYZ
SFO to YYZ is a medium-haul route of 3,627 km (2,254 mi). See the return YYZ → SFO route.
Alternative airports near San Francisco: San Carlos (SQL) — 16 km, Half Moon Bay (HAF) — 16 km, Oakland (OAK) — 18 km.
Alternative airports near Toronto: Toronto (YZD) — 15 km, Toronto (YTZ) — 20 km, Toronto (YKZ) — 29 km.