Toronto Pearson Airport is ready to welcome World Cup football fans, expecting 170 million passengers

 

 

Toronto Pearson International Airport is fully prepared to welcome international football fans and athletes flocking to Toronto for the FIFA World Cup, officials said. Extensive preparations have been underway at Pearson Airport, Canada's main airport, for more than a year.

From the moment passengers land at the airport, entertainment programs such as soccer simulators, freestyle performances and interactive games have also been prepared in the terminals to give passengers the excitement of the World Cup. The airport is waiting for fans with state-of-the-art facilities ahead of the six World Cup matches to be held in Toronto from June 12 to July 2. With the World Cup and the summer holidays coming together, approximately 17 million passengers are expected to pass through the airport between June and September.

A dedicated operations center and additional staff have been deployed to handle up to 185,000 passengers per day on more than 1,000 flights on peak days. The Airport Authority has coordinated with airlines, federal agencies, and emergency response teams to expedite airport operations and ensure a smooth journey for fans, with a dedicated digital guide and transportation options.