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$75+ Cheap flights from Winnipeg (YWG) to Toronto (YTO)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YWG — YTO
Jun 8 — Jun 151
Mon 6/8
Mon 6/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Winnipeg to Toronto are usually found in January or February, booked 53 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

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Cheapest flights from Winnipeg to Toronto
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Winnipeg to Toronto. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 9, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/2311:15 am
YWG
-
YHM
1 stop8h 15m
Porter Airlines
Wed 6/246:15 am
YHM
-
YWG
1 stop5h 05m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 5/5$138
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/2411:15 am
YWG
-
YHM
1 stop5h 15m
Porter Airlines
Sun 6/286:15 am
YHM
-
YWG
1 stop5h 05m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 5/8$149
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/2311:15 am
YWG
-
YHM
1 stop8h 15m
Porter Airlines
Tue 6/306:15 am
YHM
-
YWG
1 stop5h 05m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 5/5$150
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/2311:15 am
YWG
-
YHM
1 stop5h 15m
Porter Airlines
Thu 6/256:15 am
YHM
-
YWG
1 stop5h 05m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 5/5$151
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/46:55 pm
YWG
-
YHM
Nonstop2h 14m
Porter Airlines
Fri 6/57:00 am
YHM
-
YWG
Nonstop2h 25m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 5/5$152
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/196:55 pm
YWG
-
YHM
Nonstop2h 14m
Porter Airlines
Tue 6/236:15 am
YHM
-
YWG
1 stop5h 05m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 5/7$153
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/156:55 pm
YWG
-
YHM
Nonstop2h 14m
Porter Airlines
Thu 6/187:00 am
YHM
-
YWG
Nonstop2h 25m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 5/8$154
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/46:55 pm
YWG
-
YHM
Nonstop2h 14m
Porter Airlines
Mon 6/87:00 am
YHM
-
YWG
Nonstop2h 25m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 5/4$156
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/16:55 pm
YWG
-
YHM
Nonstop2h 14m
Porter Airlines
Tue 6/27:00 am
YHM
-
YWG
Nonstop2h 25m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 5/8$157
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/266:55 pm
YWG
-
YHM
Nonstop2h 14m
Porter Airlines
Fri 5/297:00 am
YHM
-
YWG
Nonstop2h 25m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 5/4$158
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/266:55 pm
YWG
-
YHM
Nonstop2h 14m
Porter Airlines
Sat 5/307:00 am
YHM
-
YWG
Nonstop2h 25m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 5/5$159
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/511:40 am
YWG
-
YYZ
1 stop7h 04m
Porter Airlines
Mon 6/87:00 am
YYZ
-
YWG
1 stop4h 43m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 5/4$160

Find flight deals from Winnipeg to Toronto

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Winnipeg (YWG) to Toronto (YTO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 9, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$138
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$75
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$195

Good round-trip deal

$207 or less

Good one-way deal

$84 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Winnipeg to Toronto that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 9, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Winnipeg to Toronto that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

WinnipegHamilton

YWG - YHM

YWGYHM

Winnipeg

Mon 6/29

11:15 am-8:30 pm

1 stop8h 15m

Hamilton

Sat 7/11

6:15 am-10:20 am

1 stop5h 05m

$186
Quickest round-trip

WinnipegToronto

YWG - YYZ

YWGYYZ

Winnipeg

Mon 6/29

9:20 am-12:45 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

Toronto Pearson Intl

Mon 7/13

9:40 am-11:19 am

Nonstop2h 39m

$231

WinnipegToronto

YWG - YYZ

YWGYYZ

Winnipeg

Fri 7/3

11:40 am-5:09 pm

1 stop4h 29m

Toronto Pearson Intl

Thu 7/9

9:40 am-11:19 am

Nonstop2h 39m

$232

WinnipegHamilton

YWG - YHM

YWGYHM

Winnipeg

Fri 8/14

11:15 am-7:10 am

2 stops18h 55m

Hamilton

Mon 8/17

6:15 am-10:20 am

1 stop5h 05m

$238

WinnipegHamilton

YWG - YHM

YWGYHM

Winnipeg

Fri 7/24

11:15 am-7:10 am

2 stops18h 55m

Hamilton

Tue 7/28

6:15 am-10:20 am

1 stop5h 05m

$238

WinnipegToronto

YWG - YTZ

YWGYTZ

Winnipeg

Mon 7/20

11:15 am-7:30 pm

1 stop7h 15m

Toronto Island

Mon 7/27

9:00 am-5:58 pm

2 stops9h 58m

$254

WinnipegToronto

YWG - YYZ

YWGYYZ

Winnipeg

Tue 6/23

11:15 am-7:10 pm

2 stops6h 55m

Toronto Pearson Intl

Thu 6/25

1:50 pm-5:58 pm

1 stop5h 08m

$263

WinnipegToronto

YWG - YTZ

YWGYTZ

Winnipeg

Wed 6/10

11:40 am-6:58 pm

1 stop6h 18m

Toronto Island

Thu 6/11

8:00 am-5:58 pm

2 stops10h 58m

$269

WinnipegToronto

YWG - YTZ

YWGYTZ

Winnipeg

Thu 6/4

4:15 pm-9:53 pm

1 stop4h 38m

Toronto Island

Sat 6/6

8:00 am-6:03 pm

2 stops11h 03m

$269

WinnipegToronto

YWG - YTZ

YWGYTZ

Winnipeg

Mon 6/1

11:40 am-6:58 pm

1 stop6h 18m

Toronto Island

Sat 6/6

8:00 am-6:03 pm

2 stops11h 03m

$269

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Compare providers for flights from Winnipeg to Toronto

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Winnipeg to Toronto in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*1 star
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Winnipeg-Toronto flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Winnipeg-Toronto flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Winnipeg-Toronto flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Winnipeg-Toronto flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Winnipeg-Toronto flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Winnipeg to Toronto

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Winnipeg to Toronto

How far ahead should I book a flight from Winnipeg to Toronto?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Winnipeg to Toronto, you should look to book at least 58 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Winnipeg to Toronto?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Winnipeg to Toronto (average of $140). Flying from Winnipeg to Toronto in August is currently the most expensive (average of $280). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from YWG to YTO?

Find hourly flight availability from Winnipeg to Toronto. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 9, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Winnipeg to Toronto in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 74% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Winnipeg to Toronto?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Winnipeg to Toronto. Price data was last updated on May 9, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Winnipeg to Toronto flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Winnipeg to Toronto

Explore weekly flight availability from Winnipeg to Toronto. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated May 9, 2026.

The most flights from YWG to YTO are scheduled on a Saturday (55 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (29 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Winnipeg to Toronto?

How often are flights from Winnipeg to Toronto delayed?

About 18% of weekly flights between Winnipeg and Toronto have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 140 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Winnipeg to Toronto flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Winnipeg to Toronto flights?

Over the last year, Porter Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 16% of flights being delayed.

The best insider tips for Winnipeg to Toronto flights

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Jody Robbins

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Recognized as the Canadian Travel Media of the Year by the Tourism Industry Association of Canada (2024), Jody is an award-winning travel and lifestyles writer based in Calgary. She’s spent the last two decades racking up the air miles, living in Japan, England and managing a European sales channel for a not-so-glamorous audio-visual company.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Toronto

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Toronto. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Toronto. Reviews last updated May 9, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Porter Airlines,WestJet, andAir Canada from Winnipeg to Toronto to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
437 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

John,Mar 2026

YYZ - PVR

I'm 6ft 4in. The seats don't have enough room. But was a good flight.
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
437 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
437 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

John,Mar 2026

YYZ - PVR

I'm 6ft 4in. The seats don't have enough room. But was a good flight.
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,332 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
437 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

John,Mar 2026

YYZ - PVR

I'm 6ft 4in. The seats don't have enough room. But was a good flight.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
11,008 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
437 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

John,Mar 2026

YYZ - PVR

I'm 6ft 4in. The seats don't have enough room. But was a good flight.
Flair Airlines
6.0
Okay
268 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
437 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

John,Mar 2026

YYZ - PVR

I'm 6ft 4in. The seats don't have enough room. But was a good flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Winnipeg to Toronto. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Winnipeg to Toronto?

    Located just 4.6 mi from the city center, Winnipeg is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Toronto from Winnipeg. Booking flights from Winnipeg (YWG) to Toronto should be relatively easy as there are 41 daily outbound flights to Toronto from 4 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Winnipeg to Toronto?

    For as low as $186, Porter Airlines can have you in Toronto from Winnipeg in 8h 15m. The distance between Winnipeg and Toronto is about 941 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Winnipeg to Toronto round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Winnipeg to Toronto round-trip from $97. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Flair Airlines, from $108, and WestJet, from $118. Users have found that Air Canada is 53% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Winnipeg to Toronto one-way?

    $54 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Flair Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on WestJet and Air Canada, with prices starting from $73 and $81, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Winnipeg to Toronto?

    When deciding which route to take from Winnipeg to Toronto consider Winnipeg - Toronto Pearson Intl, Winnipeg - Toronto Island or Winnipeg - Hamilton as they are the most popular.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Winnipeg to Toronto?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Winnipeg to Toronto are Etihad Airways (90%), Egyptair (89%) and China Eastern (89%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Winnipeg to Toronto?

    While on average a flight from Winnipeg to Toronto is generally $1,040, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $78. When looking at the most popular route, (Winnipeg - Toronto Pearson Intl), you can expect to pay $144 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Winnipeg to Toronto that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Winnipeg to Toronto flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Winnipeg to Toronto?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Winnipeg to Toronto.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Winnipeg to Toronto?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Winnipeg to Toronto by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Winnipeg to Toronto?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Winnipeg to Toronto (average of $140). Flying from Winnipeg to Toronto in August is currently the most expensive (average of $280). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Winnipeg to Toronto

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Winnipeg to Toronto. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 9, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$97Average$242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Flair AirlinesCheapest$108Average$231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
WestJetCheapest$118Average$264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
Porter AirlinesCheapest$127Average$261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%

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