Map of Terminal 1 Pearson Airport Toronto – Your Complete Navigation Guide
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Terminal 1 (T1) is the largest terminal at Toronto Pearson Airport. It has 58 gates spread over 4 levels. T1 serves Air Canada, United, Lufthansa, and Emirates. You will find it on the west side of the airport.
Level 3 – Departures / Check-in
Over 200 check-in counters
Security checkpoints: Domestic (D gates), International (E gates), US (F gates)
Drop-off area for private cars, taxis, and limos
Level 2 – Mezzanine
Connects to the parking garage
Access to Terminal Link train (located on Level 5 of the garage)
Level 1 – Arrivals / Baggage Claim
Baggage carousels 1 to 12
Customs hall for international arrivals
Exit doors: C, D, E, F
Information desk near Door D
Table of Contents
| Service | Pickup Door |
|---|---|
| Limousine (pre-booked) | Door C and D |
| Taxi | Door D, E, F |
| Uber / Lyft | Door Q (Zone 2 – follow pink signs) |
| Hotel shuttles | Door S |
| UP Express train to downtown | Door A |
Gates, Walking Time & Food
| Concourse | Gates | Flight Type |
|---|---|---|
| D | D20–D51 | Domestic |
| E | E67–E79 | International |
| F | F30–F69 | US |
Walking Time from Security
D gates: 5–8 min | E gates: 10–12 min | F gates: 8–10 min
Food Quick Bites
Tim Hortons – Level 1 near Door D & Level 3 after security (Coffee)
Starbucks – Level 3 after security, Concourse D (Coffee)
Boccone – After security, Canada departures (Italian)
The Hearth – After security, US departures (Seasonal)
LEE Kitchen – After security, International departures (Asian)
Arrivals – Exit Doors + Pillar Numbers
Exit Doors by Flight Type
Domestic – Baggage claim → exit at Door C or D
International (non-US) – Customs → baggage → exit at Door C or D
US Transborder – US customs (at YYZ) → baggage → exit at Door E or F
Note: US flights exit at Door E or F. Walk 2 to 3 minutes to reach Door C or D.
Pillar Numbers Pickup Spots on Arrivals Level
P1 to P2 – Near Door A – Limousine and Pre-Arranged Services Desk
P3 to P4 – Near Door B or C – Hotel shuttles
P5 to P6 – Near Door D – Taxi
P7 to P8 – Near Door E or F – Additional taxi or private pickup
If your driver says “Wait at Pillar P2” – that is the pillar number, not the door.
Departures Directions + Parking
Departure Directions
By car, taxi, or limo – Follow signs to “Departures Level” (upper roadway)
By UP Express – Train arrives at Level 3, near check-in
By TTC bus – Drops at Ground Level, take elevator to Level 3
From parking garage – Elevator to Level 3, walk 2 to 4 minutes
Parking at Terminal 1
Terminal 1 Garage – Connected to T1. Walk 2 to 4 minutes. No shuttle needed.
Value Park Lot – Near Viscount Station. Walk 8 to 10 minutes. Free shuttle available.
From T1 Garage to Arrivals – Take elevator to Level 2, then follow signs.
From Value Park – Take free shuttle to Door Q.
Terminal Link Train T1 to T3
Terminal Link Train Details
Location at T1 – Level 5 of Terminal 1 Parking Garage
How to reach from T1 – Level 2 → pedestrian bridge → parking garage → elevator to Level 5
Travel time – 2 to 4 minutes
Frequency – Every 4 to 8 minutes
Cost – Free
Walking between terminals takes 20 to 25 minutes. Train is faster.
T1 vs T3 Comparison
Terminal 1
Size: 346,000 sq m
Gates: 58
Primary airlines: Air Canada, Star Alliance
Terminal 3
Size: 178,000 sq m
Gates: 48
Primary airlines: WestJet, Delta, British Airways
Connected by – Terminal Link train (free) for both terminals
YYZ LIFT Project – Construction Updates
Pearson is modernizing. Construction may affect walkways.
Current Construction Impact
Gate D20 to D30 – Partial walkway closures. Follow temporary signs.
Level 2 Mezzanine (near garage) – Elevator replacements. Add 5 extra minutes.
New Pier G (G1 to G8) – Completed in 2023. Added 8 new international gates.
Tip: Check the Pearson Airport app for real-time updates.
Accessibility + Downloadable Maps
Accessibility at Terminal 1
Wheelchairs – Available at all entrances and information desks
Elevators – Every level, located in the central core
Accessible washrooms – Available on every level
Service animals – Permitted. Pet relief areas near Gate D20
TTY phones – Near information desks
Downloadable PDF Maps
Terminal 1 – Ground Level (Ground Transportation) – [PDF]
Terminal 1 – Level 1 (Arrivals) – [PDF]
Terminal 1 – Level 2 (Departures) – [PDF]
Terminal 1 – Level 3 (Check-in) – [PDF]
Interactive Map
Toronto Pearson Interactive Maps tool – Search for any amenity, restaurant, or service. Get step-by-step directions to help you navigate Terminal 1 with ease.
Frequently Asked Questions
West side of Pearson Airport. Access via Highway 409.
Free Terminal Link train from Level 5 of T1 parking garage. Takes 2–4 minutes.
Door Q on Ground Level. Follow pink "Ride Share" signs.
Doors D, E, and F on Ground Level.
Door C and D on Ground Level. Pre-arranged limos only.
Yes. Connect to "Toronto Pearson Wi-Fi" – unlimited and free.
Request from your airline before flying, or ask at information desk near Door D.
2 hours before domestic flights. 3 hours before US or international flights.