Toronto Pearson (YYZ) has a good spread of lounges across Terminal 1 and Terminal 3, from Air Canada's Maple Leaf Lounges to the Plaza Premium Lounge that most pay-per-use and Priority Pass travelers head for. This guide covers the main Toronto Pearson airport lounges, where they are, their hours, and the different ways to get in, including paying at the door.
Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounges (Terminal 1)
Air Canada runs its Maple Leaf Lounges in Terminal 1, airside. The domestic departures lounge is near Gate D20 and opens from 5:00 am to midnight, while the international departures lounge is on Level 3 at Node F, with hours that vary slightly by day but run from the early morning until late evening.
Entry is included for Air Canada, Air Canada Rouge and Star Alliance business class passengers, and for higher Aeroplan and partner elite tiers. If you do not qualify that way, you can buy a single visit for about 59 Canadian dollars, subject to space.
Plaza Premium Lounge (Terminal 3)
In Terminal 3, the Plaza Premium Lounge sits airside near Gate B24 and is open from 5:30 am to 10:00 pm. This is the lounge most independent travelers use, because it offers several ways in: pay at the door, a prepaid lounge pass, or a membership programme. It is also a Priority Pass lounge. Showers are available at the international departures location, first come first served, with no advance booking.
How to get in
There are several routes into a Toronto Pearson lounge:
- A business class ticket or eligible airline elite status.
- Priority Pass or an eligible credit card that includes lounge access.
- A prepaid lounge pass bought in advance.
- Paying at the door, where the lounge allows it and space is available.
It is worth checking your credit card benefits before you travel, since many premium cards include a Priority Pass or direct lounge access that can cover the entry fee.
What you get inside
A Pearson lounge gives you a quieter place to sit with complimentary food and drinks, free Wi-Fi, charging points and work areas, plus showers at some locations. For a long layover or an overnight arrival, that comfort and the free catering can easily justify the entry fee.
Tips for using the lounges at YYZ
- Match the lounge to your terminal: Maple Leaf in Terminal 1, Plaza Premium in Terminal 3.
- A free LINK train runs between Terminal 1 and Terminal 3, but factor in the extra time if you need to change terminals.
- Check your credit card for included Priority Pass or lounge access before paying at the door.
- For a shower, head to the Plaza Premium international location, where they are first come first served.
- Note the closing times, since lounges shut earlier than the terminal itself.
For connection planning, read our Toronto Pearson layover guide, and for an overview of the building see our Toronto Pearson airport guide.
At a glance: YYZ lounges
| Lounge | Terminal | Access | Hours / notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maple Leaf Lounge (domestic) | Terminal 1, near Gate D20 | Business / Star Alliance / elite, single visit about 59 Canadian dollars | 5:00 to midnight |
| Maple Leaf Lounge (international) | Terminal 1, Level 3, Node F | Business / Star Alliance / elite | Early morning to late evening |
| Plaza Premium Lounge | Terminal 3, near Gate B24 | Pay-at-door, Priority Pass, prepaid pass | 5:30 to 22:00, showers |
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Sources: Air Canada and Plaza Premium lounge information and airport lounge guides. Image: "YYZ Terminal 1 international arrival hall" by OhanaUnited, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons. Disclaimer: lounge locations, prices, hours and access rules can change. Verify current details before you travel.
