Toronto Pearson International Airport Taxi Fares

Fare Estimates by Destination

Based on official meter rates ± 15%

Fares in CAD. Tolls, surcharges, and tips may add extra.

• ✓All licenced taxis are metered — the standard rate is CA$4.25 flag fall plus CA$2.25/km.
• ✓A 20% tip is customary and expected in Canada — factor this into the total fare.
• ✓Uber and Lyft are widely available from Terminal 1 and 3 pickup zones — often cheaper than taxis.
• ✓UP Express train runs to Union Station in 25 minutes for CA$12.35 — cheapest option to downtown.
• ✓Traffic on the 427 and Gardiner Expressway can double journey times during peak hours (7–9 am, 4–7 pm).

Cheaper Alternatives

• →UP Express — CA$12.35 to Union Station, 25 min
• →Uber / Lyft — pickup from designated rideshare zones, price shown upfront
• →Bus 900 (Airport Rocket) — CA$3.35 to Kipling station (TTC subway), 20 min