Europe is the most popular international destination for Canadian travelers, and Toronto Pearson is the busiest gateway. But flight prices can vary wildly — the difference between a great deal and a terrible one can be $400+ for the exact same route.
We track prices on every major Toronto-to-Europe route year-round. This guide shares everything we've learned: which destinations are cheapest, which airlines offer the best value, when to book, and the specific strategies that save real money.
All prices below are in CAD, round-trip, and reflect typical deal prices we've seen in 2026. Actual prices change daily — use these as benchmarks and search for live prices.
At a Glance: Toronto → Europe
The 10 Cheapest European Destinations from Toronto
Lisbon, Portugal
Airlines: TAP Air Portugal (direct), Air Transat (seasonal direct), Air Canada (via connecting)
Flight time: 7h direct
Cheapest months: March, April, October, November
Lisbon is consistently the cheapest European destination from Toronto. TAP runs direct flights year-round and frequently drops prices to compete with connecting itineraries. Midweek departures in shoulder season can go as low as $380.
Search Lisbon flights →Dublin, Ireland
Airlines: Aer Lingus (direct), WestJet (seasonal direct), Air Canada (direct)
Flight time: 6.5h direct
Cheapest months: January, February, March, November
Dublin benefits from heavy competition between Aer Lingus and WestJet. Book 6-8 weeks before departure for the sweet spot. The shortest flight to Europe from Toronto at just 6.5 hours.
Search Dublin flights →Barcelona, Spain
Airlines: Air Transat (seasonal direct), Air Canada (via connecting), Level (seasonal)
Flight time: 8h direct
Cheapest months: April, May, September, October
Air Transat runs seasonal direct flights in summer that offer excellent value. For winter travel, connecting through Lisbon on TAP is often the cheapest option.
Search Barcelona flights →London, United Kingdom
Airlines: Air Transat, WestJet, Air Canada, British Airways (all direct)
Flight time: 7h direct
Cheapest months: January, February, March, November
London has the most competition of any European route from Toronto — four carriers fly direct. Check Gatwick (LGW) and Stansted (STN) too, as WestJet and budget carriers often fly there cheaper than Heathrow.
Search London flights →Paris, France
Airlines: Air France (direct), Air Transat (seasonal direct), Air Canada (direct)
Flight time: 7.5h direct
Cheapest months: January, February, October, November
Air France and Air Canada compete fiercely on this route. Watch for Air Transat seasonal fares in summer which can undercut the legacy carriers by $100+. Orly airport can sometimes be cheaper than CDG.
Search Paris flights →Rome, Italy
Airlines: Air Transat (seasonal direct), Air Canada (connecting), ITA Airways (connecting)
Flight time: 9h direct
Cheapest months: March, April, October, November
Direct flights are seasonal (summer only via Air Transat). In winter, connecting through Lisbon, London, or Frankfurt is cheapest. Milan (MXP) can sometimes be $50-100 cheaper than Rome.
Search Rome flights →Amsterdam, Netherlands
Airlines: KLM (direct), Air Canada (connecting), WestJet (connecting)
Flight time: 7.5h direct
Cheapest months: January, February, March, November
KLM runs daily direct flights and frequently has sales. Amsterdam also makes an excellent hub for connecting to the rest of Europe via train — Paris is just 3.5 hours by high-speed rail.
Search Amsterdam flights →Reykjavik, Iceland
Airlines: Icelandair (direct)
Flight time: 5.5h direct
Cheapest months: February, March, October, November
The shortest and often cheapest flight to Europe. Icelandair also offers free stopovers — fly to Iceland, spend a few days, then continue to mainland Europe on the same ticket at no extra airfare.
Search Reykjavik flights →Frankfurt, Germany
Airlines: Lufthansa (direct), Condor (seasonal direct), Air Canada (direct)
Flight time: 8h direct
Cheapest months: January, February, October, November
Frankfurt is a major Lufthansa hub, making it a great connecting point if your final destination is elsewhere in Germany, Austria, or Eastern Europe. Condor seasonal flights can be significantly cheaper.
Search Frankfurt flights →Athens, Greece
Airlines: Air Transat (seasonal direct), Air Canada (connecting)
Flight time: 10h direct
Cheapest months: April, May, September, October
Direct flights are summer only. For shoulder season travel, connecting through Istanbul on Turkish Airlines or through London is often cheapest. Consider flying into Athens and out of another Greek island to save on internal flights.
Search Athens flights →6 Ways to Save on Toronto-to-Europe Flights
1. Fly midweek
Tuesday and Wednesday departures are consistently $50-$150 cheaper than Friday or Sunday flights. This single tip can save you more than any other strategy.
2. Book in the sweet spot
For Europe, the ideal booking window is 2-4 months before departure. Too early and prices are high, too late and the cheap seats are gone.
3. Be flexible with airports
Flying into a secondary airport can save hundreds. London Gatwick vs Heathrow, Milan vs Rome, Porto vs Lisbon — the less popular airport is almost always cheaper.
4. Use shoulder season
April-May and September-October offer the best combination of low prices and good weather. You can save 30-40% compared to peak July-August fares.
5. Consider open-jaw tickets
Fly into one city and out of another (e.g., into Barcelona, out of Paris). This saves you a return trip and sometimes costs the same as a round trip to one city.
6. Watch for airline sales
Air Transat, WestJet, and Air Canada all run seasonal sales 2-3 times per year. Sign up for our deal alerts to catch them.
Best Airlines for Toronto to Europe
Air Transat — The budget king for transatlantic flights from Canada. They run seasonal direct routes to many European cities at prices that consistently undercut Air Canada and the European flag carriers. The trade-off is fewer frills and seasonal-only schedules.
WestJet — Expanded significantly into transatlantic service. Direct flights to London, Dublin, Paris, and Rome at competitive prices. Their basic economy fares can be excellent value.
Air Canada — The most routes and frequencies but rarely the cheapest. Best when they price-match competitors or when you need specific scheduling. Their Aeroplan program can offer good value for frequent flyers.
Icelandair — Often the cheapest way to get to Europe, with a free stopover in Iceland. Great if you want to see two destinations for the price of one.
European flag carriers (TAP, Aer Lingus, KLM, Lufthansa, Air France) — Competitive on their home routes. TAP to Lisbon and Aer Lingus to Dublin are frequently the cheapest options on those specific routes.
When to Book: The Price Calendar
Flight prices from Toronto to Europe follow predictable seasonal patterns. Understanding them can save you hundreds.
January, February, March, November (excluding holidays)
April, May, September, October
June 15 – August 31, Christmas/New Year
2-4 months for best prices, 5+ months for peak summer
The golden rule: shoulder season (April-May, September-October) gives you the best combination of low prices and pleasant weather. You'll pay 30-40% less than peak summer and actually enjoy the destinations more without the crowds.
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Search Flights to Europe →About this guide
Prices reflect typical deals seen in 2026 for round-trip flights from Toronto Pearson (YYZ). All prices in CAD. Actual fares change daily based on demand, availability, and booking timing. Search for live prices on our site for current availability. SkyScoutTravel earns a commission when you book through our links at no extra cost to you.