Toronto Pearson International Taxi vs Uber

Real prices, official pickup locations, scam warnings and the cheapest way from Toronto Pearson International (YYZ) to Toronto city centre.

Last verified: 2026-07

Official Taxi
CAD 55-70 ($40-52) flat rate to downtown
30-60 min (traffic-dependent)
Airport-Authorized Taxi (green rooftop light)
Uber
CAD 50-75 ($37-55)
T1 P3 level 4 / T3 P4 designated pickup areas

Cheapest way

UP Express train to Union Station CAD 12.85 ($9.50) — 25 min.

Where to catch an official taxi

T1 + T3 arrivals level — follow "Taxi/Limo" signs to airport-authorized ranks

How to avoid taxi scams at Toronto Pearson International

  • GTAA has flat-rate zones from Pearson — driver must offer flat rate OR meter, and quote it upfront.
  • Anyone approaching you in the arrivals hall offering rides is illegal. Only use official ranks.
  • Airport-authorized taxis have a green rooftop marker + city sticker.

Skip the queue — pre-book a fixed-price transfer

No haggling, no scam risk, driver meets you inside arrivals with a name-board. Locks price before you fly.

Getting out of Toronto (YYZ)

Skip the taxi rank and lock in your fare before you land.

Pre-book a fixed-price transfer

Our pick

Driver waits at arrivals with your name, tracks your flight, and the price you see is the price you pay. English-speaking, fixed price. No surge, no haggling at 2am.

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Currency
CAD
English-friendly
High
Tipping
15-20% is standard in Canada.

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