Directions to Toronto Pearson Airport Terminal 1 — Complete Guide
From Downtown Toronto:Â Take Gardiner Expressway West to Highway 427 North, then Exit 147 to Highway 409 West. Follow 409 West to Airport Road. Takes 25-35 minutes. Best for drop-off.
From Mississauga:Â Take Highway 401 East to Exit 359 (Highway 409 West). Follow 409 West to Airport Road. Takes 15-20 minutes. Best for pickup.
From Brampton:Â Take Highway 410 South, then either Highway 407 East (toll) or continue to 401 East, then to 427 South and 409 West. Takes 20-25 minutes. Best for parking.
From Scarborough:Â Take Highway 401 West to Exit 359 (Highway 409 West). Follow 409 West to Airport Road. Takes 30-40 minutes. Best for parking.
Traffic Alert:Â Avoid Highway 401 between 7-9 AM and 4-7 PM on weekdays. Add 15-20 minutes extra during these hours.
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Driving Directions to Terminal 1 by Car
From Downtown Toronto
Time:Â 25-35 minutes |Â Best for:Â Drop-off
Steps:
Take Gardiner Expressway West → merges onto Highway 427 North
Take Exit 147 → Highway 409 West (keep right at fork)
Follow 409 West to the end → becomes Airport Road
Turn left onto Silver Dart Drive
Follow signs to Terminal 1
Level 2Â = Departures (drop-off)
Level 1Â = Arrivals (pickup)
 From Mississauga
Time:Â 15-20 minutes |Â Best for:Â Pickup
Steps:
Take Highway 401 East
Take Exit 359 → Highway 409 West
Follow 409 West to Airport Road
Turn left onto Silver Dart Drive
Follow signs to Terminal 1
 From Brampton
Time:Â 20-25 minutes |Â Best for:Â Parking
Two options:
Option A (Toll — faster):
410 South → 407 East (toll) → 427 South → 409 West → Airport Rd → left on Silver Dart → T1
Option B (No toll — free):
410 South → 401 East → Exit 359 (409 West) → Airport Rd → left on Silver Dart → T1
 From Scarborough / East End
Time:Â 30-40 minutes |Â Best for:Â Parking
Steps:
Take Highway 401 West
Take Exit 359 → Highway 409 West
Follow 409 West to Airport Road
Turn left onto Silver Dart Drive
Follow signs to Terminal 1
 Traffic Advisory
Highway 401 West (Scarborough to Pearson) is heavily congested:
đź”´ 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
đź”´ 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
🗺️ Directions to Toronto Pearson Airport Terminal 1
Driving Map — From Downtown Toronto to Terminal 1
DEPARTURES DROP-OFF + ARRIVALS PICKU + CELL LOT
Terminal 1 — Drop-off & Pickup Guide
Departures Level 2 — Kisi ko chhodna hai
The Departures level is Level 2 at Terminal 1. Follow signs for “Departures” after passing Silver Dart Drive.
Door locations for drop-off:
Door DÂ is for Air Canada domestic flights. This is closest to domestic check-in counters.
Door EÂ is for Air Canada international and US flights. This is the main drop-off zone and the busiest.
Door FÂ is for Star Alliance partners including United, Lufthansa, and ANA. This door is less busy.
Door G is for group travel, limousines, and commercial vehicles. This is a designated commercial zone.
Arrivals Level 1Â
The Arrivals level is Level 1 at Terminal 1.
Door locations for pickup:
Doors A and BÂ are for domestic arrivals. Short-term parking is available nearby.
Doors C and DÂ are for international arrivals. This is the busiest zone.
Doors E and FÂ are for US arrivals. Customs exit is here.
Doors G and HÂ are for group pickup and commercial vehicles, including limousines and taxis.
Cell Phone Waiting Lot (Free — Don’t wait at curb!)
Do not wait at the curb for arriving passengers. Use the free Cell Phone Waiting Lot instead.
Lot details:
Address:Â 6399 Airport Road, Mississauga, ON L4V 1N9
Maximum wait time:Â 1 hour (completely free)
Amenities:Â Digital flight information board, restrooms, and vending machines
Distance to Terminal 1:Â Only 2 minutes drive
How to go from cell lot to Terminal 1 Arrivals:
First, exit the lot. Turn left onto Airport Road. Follow the signs for “Terminal 1 Arrivals.” Take the ramp to Level 1. Proceed to the appropriate door (A through H) based on your passenger’s flight type.
Terminal 1 Parking — Rates & Walking Distance
Express Park (Level 1 and 2): This parking is inside the Terminal 1 garage. Walking time to the terminal is only 2-3 minutes. Daily rate is 40to45. Best for short trips of 1-2 days.
Daily Park (Garage): This parking is connected to Terminal 1. Walking time is 5-7 minutes. Daily rate is 30to35. Best for weekend trips.
Value Park (Lot): This parking requires a shuttle bus to the terminal. Walking time including shuttle is 10-15 minutes. Daily rate is 25to30. Best for long trips of 3 or more days.
Preferred Park: This is on Level 1 of the Terminal 1 garage, closest to the elevators. Walking time is only 1-2 minutes. Daily rate is 50to55. Best for business travel.
Terminal 1 Inside Maps — Gates, Food & Amenities
Level-by-Level — What’s where
Ground Level:Â Ground transportation, rental cars, limo pickup, and the Link Train to Terminal 3.
Level 1:Â Arrivals, baggage claim, customs, and the UP Express station.
Level 2:Â Departures, check-in counters, and security checkpoints.
Level 3:Â Additional check-in counters for some airlines and office space.
 Gates by Concourse
Concourse D (Domestic):Â Gates D20 through D40 serve Air Canada domestic flights.
Concourse E (International):Â Gates E60 through E78 serve Air Canada international flights and Star Alliance partners.
Concourse F (Transborder): Gates F80 through F98 serve US-bound flights with pre-clearance..
 Food and Shops
Near Gates D20 to D30:Â You’ll find Starbucks, Tim Hortons, and Moxie’s Grill. Shops include Duty Free and Hudson News.
Near Gates E60 to E75:Â Restaurants include Swiss Chalet, Pizza Pizza, and Bar Italia. Shops include Lululemon, MAC Cosmetics, and Duty Free.
Near Gates F80 to F98:Â Food options include Boccone Trattoria and The Hearth. Shops include Relay and Kiosk.
After security in the international area:Â Heirlight Bakery and Mill Street Brewery. A large Duty Free shop is also here.
đź“Ą Download Official Terminal 1 Maps: Visit torontopearson.com/maps and select your level.
Which Terminal? + Train Option
Terminal 1 vs Terminal 3Â
Terminal 1 (T1)Â serves Air Canada, United, Lufthansa, ANA, and Air China. Departures are on Level 2 at Doors D, E, F, and G. Arrivals are on Level 1 at Doors A through H. The Link Train is available for free connection to Terminal 3.
Terminal 3 (T3)Â serves WestJet, Delta, Emirates, Air Transat, Flair, and Sunwing. Departures are on Level 2 at Doors A and B. Arrivals are on Level 1 at Doors A through D. The Link Train is also available here for free connection to Terminal 1.
Quick rule to remember:
If you are flying Air Canada or any Star Alliance airline (United, Lufthansa, ANA), go to Terminal 1.
If you are flying WestJet, Delta, Emirates, Air Transat, or Flair, go to Terminal 3.
 If you go to the wrong terminal: Don’t worry. Take the free Link Train between terminals. The ride takes 2 minutes and runs 24/7. Do not try to walk — the terminals are not connected by foot.
UP Express Train — Union Station to Terminal 1
The UP Express train runs from Union Station in downtown Toronto to Pearson Terminal 1.
Service details:
Travel time:Â 25 minutes from Union Station to Terminal 1
Frequency:Â Every 15 minutes, from 5:27 AM to 12:57 AM
Cost:Â 9.25to12.35 one way, depending on payment method
Terminal 1 station location:Â Level 1 and Ground Level, adjacent to the Link Train
Step-by-step from Union Station:
First, enter Union Station from any entrance. Follow the signs for “UP Express” or “Pearson Airport.” Proceed to the UP Express concourse near Bay Street. Tap your PRESTO card, credit card, or debit card at the gate — no need to buy a ticket. You can also purchase a ticket from the vending machines. Board the train. Luggage racks are available inside each coach. Exit at Pearson Terminal 1 station after 25 minutes. Follow signs to Level 1 for Arrivals or Level 2 for Departures.
Directions from Terminal 1 to City
By Car — Terminal 1 to Downtown Toronto
Exit Terminal 1 from either Departures Level 2 or Arrivals Level 1. Follow the signs for “Highway 409 East.” Merge onto Highway 409 East. Take the exit to Highway 427 South. Highway 427 South becomes the Gardiner Expressway East. Continue to downtown exits including York Street, Spadina Avenue, or Jarvis Street.
By Car — Terminal 1 to Mississauga
Exit Terminal 1. Turn right onto Airport Road. Follow the signs for “Highway 401 West.” Take Highway 401 West toward Mississauga and London.
By UP Express — Terminal 1 to Union Station
Follow the signs from Terminal 1 Arrivals on Level 1 to the UP Express station. Tap your payment card or buy a ticket. Board the train. Exit at Union Station after 25 minutes.
Print-Friendly Text DirectionsÂ
From Downtown Toronto to Terminal 1 Departures:
Take Gardiner Expressway West toward QEW. Stay on Gardiner — it merges onto Highway 427 North. On 427 North, take Exit 147 for Highway 409 West. Keep right at the fork to stay on 409 West. Follow 409 West to the end — it becomes Airport Road. Turn left onto Silver Dart Drive. Follow signs for “Terminal 1 Departures.” Take the ramp to Level 2. Drop off at Door E.
From Terminal 1 Arrivals to Downtown Toronto:
Exit Terminal 1 onto Airport Road. Follow signs for “Highway 409 East.” Merge onto 409 East. Take the exit to Highway 427 South. 427 South becomes Gardiner Expressway East. Exit at York Street, Spadina Avenue, or Jarvis Street.
From Terminal 1 Arrivals to Mississauga:
Exit Terminal 1 onto Airport Road. Turn right onto Airport Road. Follow signs for “Highway 401 West.” Take 401 West toward Mississauga.
From Cell Phone Waiting Lot to Terminal 1 Arrivals:
Exit the lot. Turn left onto Airport Road. Follow signs for “Terminal 1 Arrivals.” Take the ramp to Level 1. Proceed to doors A through H.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Toronto Pearson Terminal 1
Wait at the Cell Phone Waiting Lot at 6399 Airport Road until your passenger calls you. Then drive 2 minutes to Arrivals Level 1. Ask your passenger which door they are at — doors A through H. Do not wait at the curb. Waiting at the curb is strictly enforced and you may be fined.
For domestic flights, arrive 2 hours before departure. For US flights, arrive 3 hours before departure. For international flights, arrive 3 hours before departure. Security wait times average 15 to 30 minutes but can be 45 minutes or more during peak hours of 6-9 AM and 3-6 PM.
Both. Terminal 1 handles domestic flights for Air Canada, US-bound flights (transborder), and international flights for Air Canada and Star Alliance partners. All flight types operate from Terminal 1.
No free long-term parking. However, the Cell Phone Waiting Lot is free for up to 1 hour. Short-term parking at Express Park is free for the first 10 minutes, then charged by the minute.
Express Park costs 40to40to45 per day. Daily Park costs 30to30to35 per day. Value Park costs 25to25to30 per day. Preferred Park costs 50to50to55 per day. Book online at pearsonparking.ca for discounts up to 25 percent.
Preferred parking is on Level 1 of the Terminal 1 garage, closest to the elevators. Follow the signs for "Preferred Parking" from the garage entrance. Cost is 50to50to55 per day.
The Value Park Lot costs 25to25to30 per day but requires a shuttle bus to the terminal. Or use off-site parking lots near Pearson for 15to15to20 per day with free shuttle service.
There is no free parking time at Pearson. The Cell Phone Waiting Lot is always free for up to 1 hour. Express Park offers the first 10 minutes free only.