Toronto Pearson International Airport (IATA: YYZ, ICAO: CYYZ) is the primary international airport serving Toronto, Ontario, Canada, and the busiest and largest airport in the country. The airport is located approximately 22 kilometres northwest of downtown Toronto and covers a vast area with two active passenger terminals.
Toronto Pearson is a major hub for Air Canada, which operates its primary global hub from Terminal 1, making Pearson the anchor of Star Alliance flying in Canada. The airport is also a focus city for WestJet and serves as a key gateway for international carriers. It is owned and operated by the Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA).
In 2025, Toronto Pearson handled 47.3 million passengers, a 1.1% increase over 2024. This volume represents roughly 30% of Canada’s entire air traffic and 45% of its air cargo. The airport connects to 175 international destinations and 33 domestic destinations, served by 57 airlines.
Toronto Pearson has received significant recognition for its service quality. It was ranked the #1 large airport in North America for Airport Service Quality by Airports Council International, and 83% of travellers expressed satisfaction with their experience. The airport was also certified as a 4-Star Airport by Skytrax and included in Forbes’ “Best Employers in Canada”.