Flying from Toronto to Mazar-e Sharif Airport (MZR): What you need to know
Mazar-e Sharif Airport is located in Mazar-I-Sharif. The city is in the UTC+4:30 timezone and is nine hours 30 minutes ahead of Toronto.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Toronto to MZR.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and as much as four hours for international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in Toronto
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Traveling from central Toronto to YYZ takes about 25 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometers in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Toronto Pearson International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Toronto to Mazar-e Sharif Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
64% of flights that depart Toronto Pearson International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
YTZ is about 3 kilometers from central Toronto. It'll take 10 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city center. Public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport the day before your Toronto to MZR flight:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 62%.
John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM)
The trip to YHM from the center of Toronto is around 1 hour 50 minutes on public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to cover the 72 kilometers or so.
Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your Toronto to Mazar-e Sharif Airport flight without having to rush. These accommodation options near John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're jetting off early:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights get to their destinations as expected. At YHM, that rate is 71%.
About Mazar-e Sharif Airport (MZR)
Once your flight from Toronto to Mazar-e Sharif Airport has touched down, unwind at a nearby hotel. Burj Ghazanfar is a convenient option that's a quick drive from MZR.
Getting from Mazar-e Sharif Airport (MZR) to central Mazar-I-Sharif
Mazar-e Sharif Airport is around 10 kilometers from central Mazar-I-Sharif. It takes around 20 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Traveling on public transport typically takes 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Mazar-e Sharif Airport (MZR)
$966 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Toronto to Mazar-e Sharif Airport. A return flight starts at $2,045. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap flights from Toronto to MZR, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to Mazar-e Sharif Airport (MZR)
October is when most people book flights from Toronto to Mazar-e Sharif Airport (MZR). Plan your visit to Mazar-I-Sharif in May for a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Mazar-I-Sharif is July, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Lock in your Toronto to MZR plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from Toronto to Mazar-e Sharif Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF).
More about Mazar-I-Sharif
Start your Mazar-I-Sharif trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Toronto to Mazar-e Sharif Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be tricky to know where to begin. Rawza e Mubarak Museum, Mirza Qasim Masjed and Afghan Turk Boys High School Mosque are popular attractions which should be on every Mazar-I-Sharif itinerary.
Explore more of Afghanistan
Extend your Afghanistan trip with a visit to Kunduz, located about 145 kilometers east of Mazar-I-Sharif. Haji Sangi Mosque is just one of the top sights to put on your must-do list.
