
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport is Toronto’s premier downtown gateway for private aviation, offering an unrivaled combination of proximity, efficiency, and exclusivity. Located on the Toronto Islands, just minutes from the Financial District and cultural heart of Canada’s largest city, CYTZ is the preferred airport for business leaders, celebrities, and discerning travelers seeking seamless departures and arrivals. With no commercial airline congestion and a dedicated environment for private jet charters, Billy Bishop Toronto ensures your journey begins and ends in absolute comfort and privacy.

Airport Identifiers:
Location:
Toronto Islands, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 1A1 | Waterfront, Downtown Toronto
Owner and Operator:
PortsToronto
Airport Classification:
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Operations:
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24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Limited to airport operating hours
Annual Flight Operations:
Approximately 120,000 (private, corporate, and regional aviation)
Longest Runway



Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport supports aircraft with a maximum takeoff weight up to approximately 60,000 lbs. This includes turboprops, very light jets, light jets, and select midsize and super-midsize jets, but excludes the largest heavy and ultra-long-range jets.

CYTZ operates with a slot coordination system and prior permission required (PPR) for all private jet movements. Slot requests should be submitted at least 48 hours in advance. Jettly’s operations team manages all slot and permit logistics to ensure a seamless departure.

Billy Bishop enforces a strict night curfew from 11:00 PM to 6:45 AM. Only aircraft meeting the highest noise abatement standards are permitted, and all late-night departures must be coordinated well in advance. Jettly ensures your itinerary complies with all airport regulations.
Private jet travelers at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport enjoy the services of a world-class Fixed Base Operator, offering bespoke facilities and attentive service. The primary FBO at CYTZ delivers a full suite of amenities for an exceptional experience:
Billy Bishop’s FBO amenities include private executive lounges, boardrooms, gourmet catering, high-speed Wi-Fi, customs and immigration on site, and luxury vehicle staging. Your Jettly advisor will confirm your FBO arrangements upon booking.
The King Air 350, Pilatus PC-12, and Beechcraft 1900D are ideal for short regional hops and accessing airports with limited runway length. Perfect for flights to Muskoka, Ottawa, and Montreal.
Very light jets such as the Phenom 100 and Citation M2 offer nimble, cost-effective travel for up to four passengers on routes under two hours.
Light jets like the Phenom 300, Citation CJ3+, and Learjet 40XR are the most popular for Toronto charters, seating 6-7 passengers with fast, comfortable service to New York, Boston, and Chicago.
Midsize jets including the Hawker 800XP, Citation XLS+, and Learjet 60 provide added cabin comfort and non-stop range to destinations such as Miami, Dallas, and Calgary. Seats 7-8 passengers.
Aircraft like the Citation Sovereign+ and Challenger 350 deliver coast-to-coast capability and full-size amenities from Billy Bishop, serving as the preferred option for direct flights to Vancouver, Denver, or Dallas.
Due to runway and weight restrictions, Billy Bishop does not accommodate large heavy jets for departures, but select super-midsize aircraft can operate under specific conditions. For intercontinental or ultra-long-range flights, Pearson International is recommended.

Billy Bishop Toronto’s runway and weight limitations mean that large cabin, ultra-long-range jets must depart from Toronto Pearson (YYZ) to achieve maximum range and payload. Jettly will always recommend the optimal airport for your aircraft and mission requirements.
Billy Bishop Toronto is at the center of Canada’s busiest private jet routes, connecting Toronto’s downtown core with major business and leisure destinations across North America. The most frequently chartered routes from CYTZ include:

Due to its high-volume business and leisure traffic, empty-leg opportunities from Billy Bishop Toronto are frequently available. These repositioning flights can be booked at significant discounts, allowing for luxury private travel at a fraction of the standard charter cost.
Private jet clients at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport represent a dynamic mix of business executives, VIPs, and leisure travelers. Each charter is tailored for those who demand efficiency, privacy, and effortless access to downtown Toronto.
regularly fly between CYTZ and financial hubs such as New York, Montreal, Chicago, and Boston, often for same-day meetings and rapid turnarounds.
firms leverage CYTZ for legal, consulting, and medical travel, maximizing productivity with direct access to Canada’s business capital and key cities across North America.
choose Billy Bishop for its discreet FBO environment and seamless transitions, ensuring privacy for high-profile personalities and productions.
base and operate light and midsize jets at CYTZ for executive travel, with local management and hangarage provided by the on-site FBO.
depart from Billy Bishop Toronto for luxury getaways to Muskoka, Mont-Tremblant, and New York, combining private jet convenience with personalized ground transfers.
Jettly is a DOT-regulated charter broker operating under Parts 295 and 298, providing access to FAA-certified air operators. Every aircraft available through Jettly's platform is sourced from independently verified, safety-audited carriers.
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Billy Bishop’s runway can accommodate turboprops, very light jets, light jets, midsize jets, and select super-midsize jets, including King Air 350, Pilatus PC-12, Phenom 300, Citation CJ4, and Hawker 800XP.

Contact Jettly via our online platform or by phone at 866-448-2358. We can arrange private jet charters from Billy Bishop in as little as 4-6 hours, though 24-48 hours’ notice is recommended for optimal aircraft selection and pricing.

Contact Jettly directly via our online platform or by phone at 866-448-2358. We can typically arrange flights in as little as 3-6 hours, though we recommend booking at least 24-72 hours in advance for the best aircraft availability and pricing.

CYTZ operates with a slot coordination system and prior permission required (PPR) for all private jet movements. Slot requests should be submitted at least 48 hours in advance. Jettly’s operations team manages all slot and permit logistics to ensure a seamless departure.

The primary FBO at Billy Bishop Toronto is Stolport FBO, offering private lounges, personalized concierge, customs clearance, ground transportation, and full passenger services. Your Jettly advisor will confirm your FBO details at the time of booking.

Billy Bishop Toronto is the clear choice for clients seeking immediate access to downtown Toronto, world-class FBO service, and minimal ground transfer time. Pearson (YYZ) is preferred for heavy and ultra-long-range jet departures, while Buttonville (YKZ) offers a quieter regional alternative for north Toronto and York Region travelers.
Whether you’re booking a last-minute light jet to Montreal, a midsize charter to Chicago, or a luxury getaway to Muskoka, Jettly makes arranging a Billy Bishop private jet charter effortless. Our team handles slot requests, FBO coordination, catering, and ground arrangements, allowing you to focus on your destination.

Jettly operates as a charter broker under the U.S. DOT Parts 295 and 298 regulations. Jettly is not a direct air carrier and does not own or operate aircraft. All charter flights are conducted by FAA-certified Part 135 or Part 121 operators. Jettly does not carry additional liability insurance.
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