Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Mississauga travel guide

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With a population of 668,549, Mississauga is a must-see destination in Ontario, Canada. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Mississauga to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Mississauga

Port Credit is the neighbourhood with the most restaurants in Mississauga. These include popular favourites such as Hello Bangkok Mississauga (62 Lakeshore Rd E), Snug Harbour (14 Stavebank Rd S) and Posta Ital Bar Cucina (31 Lakeshore Rd E). If you’re looking for affordable options, The Drake & Firkin (6982 Financial Drive) and Taps Public House (Meadowvale Town Centre Cir) are great picks.

When to visit Mississauga

Mississauga in February
Estimated hotel price
$199
1 night at 3-star hotel
Mississauga in February
Estimated hotel price
$199
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Mississauga

Plane

When flying to Mississauga, you’ll arrive at Toronto Pearson Airport (YYZ), which is located 6 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Mississauga from New Zealand departs from Wellington and takes around 32h 32m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Mississauga, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Mississauga to Ottawa takes 4h 14m and costs around $69 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Montreal, expect to pay about $69 for a 4h 50m trip.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Mississauga, including FlixBus, Rider Express and Ontario Northland. From Kingston, the bus ride to Mississauga takes 165 miles and will cost you around $47. From Buffalo, the ticket costs about $41 for a journey of 170 miles. Mississauga’s bus station is located 0.2 miles from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Mississauga, you’ll arrive at Toronto Pearson Airport (YYZ), which is located 6 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Mississauga from New Zealand departs from Wellington and takes around 32h 32m.

Train

VIA Rail Canada is the most popular train carrier serving Mississauga, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Mississauga to Ottawa takes 4h 14m and costs around $69 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Montreal, expect to pay about $69 for a 4h 50m trip.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Mississauga, including FlixBus, Rider Express and Ontario Northland. From Kingston, the bus ride to Mississauga takes 165 miles and will cost you around $47. From Buffalo, the ticket costs about $41 for a journey of 170 miles. Mississauga’s bus station is located 0.2 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Mississauga

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Airlines serving Mississauga

KLM
Good (1,468 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,838 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,780 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,270 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,246 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,891 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,132 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,744 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,408 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,543 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,540 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (900 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,705 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,796 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,424 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,183 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,370 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,200 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,471 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (389 reviews)
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Where to stay in Mississauga

Average rates range from around $204 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $239 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Admiral Inn Mississauga and Comfort Inn. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Mississauga, with prices from $107 to $1,142 per night. Mississauga City Centre is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Mississauga are about 40% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Mississauga

Most booked hotels in Mississauga

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Tru by Hilton Toronto Airport West
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$162+
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Sandman Signature Mississauga Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$193+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Toronto Airport West
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$171+
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Hilton Mississauga/Meadowvale
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$193+
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Best Western Plus Toronto Airport Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
$152+
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Monte Carlo Inn Airport Suites
3 stars
Good (7.1, Good reviews)
$128+
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Hiring a car in Mississauga

National, Alamo and Enterprise Rent-A-Car are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in Mississauga is the Ace branch at 6305 Northam Drive, which is 7 miles from the city centre.

Expect to pay $2.00 per litre in Mississauga (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $24.00 and $32.00. The most frequently booked car type in Mississauga is Intermediate (Hyundai Elantra or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Hyundai Accent or similar) is, on average, 80% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

National, Alamo and Enterprise Rent-A-Car are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in Mississauga is the Ace branch at 6305 Northam Drive, which is 7 miles from the city centre.

Expect to pay $2.00 per litre in Mississauga (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $24.00 and $32.00. The most frequently booked car type in Mississauga is Intermediate (Hyundai Elantra or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Hyundai Accent or similar) is, on average, 80% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Best car hire deals in Mississauga

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$85/day

Compact

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$86/day

Intermediate
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