Airports Near Vaughan
The closest airports to Vaughan, Canada: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.
The nearest airport to Vaughan, Canada is Buttonville Municipal Airport (YKZ), about 7 mi (11 km) away — roughly 23 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is Lester B. Pearson International Airport (YYZ).
| Code | Airport | Distance | Transfer | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| YKZ | Buttonville Municipal AirportToronto, Canada | 7 mi / 11 km | 23 min | Regional |
| YZD | Downsview AirportToronto, Canada | 7 mi / 11 km | 23 min | Regional |
| YYZ | Lester B. Pearson International AirportToronto, Canada | 13 mi / 21 km | 44 min | International |
| YTZ | Billy Bishop Toronto City Centre AirportToronto, Canada | 16 mi / 25 km | 30 min | Regional |
| YOO | Oshawa AirportOshawa, Canada | 30 mi / 49 km | 59 min | Regional |
| YDT | Burlington ExecutiveBurlington, Canada | 32 mi / 52 km | 58 min | Regional |
| YLK | Lake Simcoe Regional AirportBarrie-Orillia, Canada | 45 mi / 72 km | 1 hr 20 min | Regional |
| YCM | Niagara District AirportSt Catharines, Canada | 47 mi / 76 km | 1 hr 25 min | Regional |
Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.
Which airport is best?
For the shortest transfer, Buttonville Municipal Airport (YKZ) is the most convenient at about 7 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Lester B. Pearson International Airport (YYZ) (13 mi) is the bigger gateway — worth the extra distance for long-haul or cheaper fares.
Getting to and from the airport
Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Vaughan. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with YKZ.
Hotels near the airport
For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near YKZ saves a stressful morning transfer.
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Travel tips
Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.
Frequently asked questions
The nearest airport to Vaughan is Buttonville Municipal Airport (YKZ), about 7 mi (11 km) away — roughly 23 min by road.