Looking to book a quick vacation from Toronto? If you're looking for flights from Toronto that will transport you to gorgeous beach destinations without having to deal with a long-haul flight, look no further.
You can fly from Toronto to many white-sand beach destinations in no time at all, meaning less time in the air and more time spent lying on the sand.
In 4 hours or less, you can fly from Toronto Pearson Airport to gorgeous beach destinations in the Caribbean, Mexico, the U.S. and more.
Make your you have your Canadian passport handy — here are 11 countries you can fly to from YYZ in just 4 hours or less.
Hamilton, Bermuda
Flight Time: 2.5 hours
Why You Need To Go: This summer, you can fly non-stop from Toronto Pearson Airport to Bermuda and enjoy white sand beaches and turquoise water.
It's just a short 2.5-hour flight from Toronto to Hamilton, Bermuda’s cosmopolitan capital, where you'll find a colourful hub that has great dining, nightlife, shopping, and culture along with lush parks and pristine, white-sand beaches.
You can fly with BermudAir, an airline that launched new low-cost flights from Toronto to Bermuda this spring.
Nassau, Bahamas
Flight Time: 3 hours
Why You Need To Go: You can jet off to the Bahamas from Toronto Pearson Airport and get there in just 3 hours.
The largest city and one of the most popular destinations in the Bahamas, Nassau offers a mix of historic architecture, modern restaurants, bars and coffeehouses as well as gorgeous beaches.
Here, you'll find secret sandbars and secluded pink-sand beaches, and you can also meet the famous swimming pigs.
You can find direct flights with Air Canada that'll get you there in a flash.
Varadero, Cuba
Flight Time: 3 hours
Why You Need To Go: With lush forests, gorgeous beaches and a dynamic music scene, it's no wonder Cuba is a go-to vacation spot for Canadians.
Varadero is a popular resort town where you'll find one of the most famous stretches of sand, Varadero Beach, and it's also located near the capital city of Havana, which makes for a great day trip.
Flights to Varadero are just over 3 hours from Toronto with Sunwing.
Clearwater, Florida
Flight Time: 3 hours
Why You Need To Go: If you can't make it to the Caribbean or don't want to go too far from home, Florida offers gorgeous white-sand beaches with turquoise water that you can get to in just 3 hours from Toronto.
In Clearwater, you'll find dreamy beaches with warm waters perfect for swimming in. While you can't fly into Clearwater, you can fly into Tampa International Airport, which is just 30 minutes away.
You can find direct flights from Toronto to Tampa with Air Canada.
Gulf Shores, Alabama
Flight Time: 4 hours
Why You Need To Go: You may not think "beaches" when you think of Alabama, but in actuality, the state has gorgeous tropical-looking beaches on the Gulf of Mexico that make it a worthy vacation spot.
Gulf Shores and Orange Beach in Alabama offers miles of pristine white quartz sand washed by blue-green waters, including beaches where you can hunt for shells or lay out on the sand under an umbrella.
Beyond beaches, the area also offers plenty of recreation including hiking and biking trails, amusement parks, nightlife and more.
You can get to Gulf Shores, Alabama in as little as 4 hours from Toronto Pearson Airport.
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
Flight Time: 4 hours
Why You Need To Go: Called "America's beachiest beach," Myrtle Beach is a jewel of South Carolina that has gorgeous ocean beaches and plenty of things to do.
The destination boasts 100 kilometres of picturesque, white-sand beaches and an average year-round temperature of 25 C, as well as cloudless skies for the perfect getaway.
While you're here, you can enjoy that classic Southern comfort that the state has to offer. Be sure to also check out Charleston, a great day trip spot from Myrtle Beach and a charming city known for its natural beauty, world-class restaurants and shopping.
From Toronto Pearson Airport, you can get to Myrtle Beach in just over 4 hours.
Tulum, Mexico
Flight Time: 4 hours
Why You Need To Go: It pretty much goes without saying that you'll find some of the world's best beaches in Mexico.
In Tulum, you'll find a spectacular coastline with sugary-white sand and cobalt-blue water, as well as balmy weather and plenty of sunshine.
Here, you can get your fill of adventure by snorkelling among coral reefs and making friends with sea turtles or exploring cliffside castles and ruins overlooking the sea.
The best part is, you don't have to take a lengthy flight to get there — you can get from Toronto Pearson Airport to Tulum in as little as 4 hours with Air Canada.
Providenciales, Turks and Caicos
Flight Time: 4 hours
Why You Need To Go: Providenciales is the most developed and populated island in the Turks and Caicos, and is home to luxury hotels and resorts, expansive vacation villas, and fine dining, as well as, of course, spectacular white-sand beaches.
In fact, several of the country’s top beaches are found on Providenciales, including the world-famous Grace Bay Beach and the beautiful Leeward Beach.
Despite the country's otherworldly look and remote feel, it won't take you a day-long flight to get there; you can fly from Toronto to Providenciales in just 4 hours with WestJet.
Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands
Flight Time: 4 hours
Why You Need To Go: Nestled in the Caribbean Sea, Grand Cayman is the largest of the Cayman Islands, and is where visitors flock to get a taste of white sand and beautiful azure waters.
Here, you'll find restaurants, cafes, boutiques and art galleries complemented by miles of pristine beaches with powdery sand.
If you fly with WestJet, you can get from Toronto Pearson Airport to Grand Cayman in just 4 hours.
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
Flight Time: 4 hours
Why You Need To Go: Home to some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, Punta Cana is the perfect destination for your next sunny getaway.
The city's sandy shores surround the eastern tip of the country, where the Caribbean Sea meets the Atlantic. Here, huge coconut trees stand out against the turquoise-blue waters and gorgeous white sand.
If you fly with Sunwing, you can get from Toronto to Punta Cana in just over 4 hours, giving you plenty of time for the important things (laying on the beach).
Montego Bay, Jamaica
Flight Time: 4 hours
Why You Need To Go: There's a reason travellers flock to Montego Bay, Jamaica. The town offers pristine shores with white-sand beaches and gorgeous blue water, clear blue skies and endless sunshine.
It also offers luxurious accommodations, world-class golf courses and a rocking nightlife scene for the perfect mix of relaxation and fun.
With WestJet, you can get from Toronto Pearson Airport to Montego Bay in just 4 hours and let the vacation begin.
Bon voyage!
Before you get going, check out our Responsible Travel Guide so you can be informed, be safe, be smart, and most of all, be respectful on your adventure.
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