YYZ Airport Car Rental - Toronto Airport

Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is Canada's largest airport with a total of 30 car rental companies, making it one of North America's best places to rent a car right upon arrival. The airport is located in Mississauga, approximately 27 km west of downtown Toronto and is reached in 35–45 minutes via Highway 401 or 427. From here, you can easily drive to Niagara Falls (130 km), Ottawa (450 km), or start a road trip through Ontario.

Terminal 1 and Terminal 3 are connected by the LINK train and both have large car rental centres in adjacent parking buildings. Highway 401 runs directly north of the airport and provides access east toward Toronto city and west toward Hamilton and London. Airport Road north leads to Brampton in 15 minutes.

Always pick up your car at the dedicated car rental building – follow signs from the arrival hall to avoid confusion. Book in advance during summer and holidays when demand is extreme at YYZ. Choose GPS or download offline maps – mobile data can be expensive without a Canadian SIM card.

How long does it take to drive from Pearson Airport to downtown Toronto? Approximately 35–45 minutes via Highway 401 and the Gardiner Expressway under normal conditions, but up to 75 minutes during rush hour. Which car rental companies are at Toronto Pearson Airport?

All major international operators are represented, including Hertz, Avis, Budget, Enterprise, National, Alamo, and several others – a total of 30 car rental companies. Can I rent a car at YYZ and return it in another Canadian city? Yes, one-way rentals are available to most major Canadian cities, but note that an additional drop-off fee applies.

We compare prices from all major providers at Toronto Airport so you can see the total cost upfront - including insurance, fuel terms and any extras. Most bookings include free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup, giving you flexibility if your plans change.