Flying from London to Toronto: what you need to know
When organising your flight from London to Toronto, you'll have your choice of airports to jet out of. Consider London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for your departure. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
Toronto has a variety of airports you can fly into. Arrive at Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) or Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF).
The average duration of a direct London to Toronto flight is 8 hours 5 minutes.
The timezone in Toronto is UTC-4, which is four hours behind London.
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To ensure you make it on your London to Toronto flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Toronto
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Flying from London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You can book a direct flight from London to Toronto taking off from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Start your journey at LHR and come in for landing at Pearson International Airport (YYZ).
You can choose from various airlines offering direct London to Toronto plane tickets with departures from LHR, including:
We make it simple to find a London to Toronto flight with a stopover. To see all the options departing from London Heathrow Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Travelling from central London to LHR takes about 1 hour by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from London to Toronto? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to London Heathrow Airport:
Of all flights leaving London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% arrive on time at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Consider booking your direct flight from London to Toronto departing London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Nonstop services from LGW will get you to Pearson International Airport (YYZ).
Book a direct London to Toronto plane ticket with Air Transat. This is one of the top carriers operating this route out of LGW.
Split up your London to Toronto flight with a stop so you can recharge or tick another place off your list. Some great stopovers between London Gatwick Airport and Toronto include:
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
St. John's International Airport (YYT)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
LGW is about 40 kilometres from central London. It'll take 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not spend an extra night away? Consider kicking back in one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport the day before your flight from London to Toronto:
London Gatwick Airport has an on-time performance of 69.26%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights that depart from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Stansted Airport (STN)
You can lock in a ticket from London to Toronto with one or more stops departing from Stansted Airport (STN). Here are some of the most popular stopovers between STN and Toronto:
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
From central London, STN is around 48 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour to get there by car and 1 hour 25 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay near Stansted Airport and know you'll reach the terminal with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early London to Toronto flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights get to their destinations without delays. At STN, that figure is 64.73%.
Arriving in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 50 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near YYZ if you have a late flight from London to Toronto. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Pearson International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion or Thrifty and see more of Toronto and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Pearson International Airport around three weeks in advance of your London to Toronto flight.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
After your flight from London to Toronto has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central Toronto is approximately 3 kilometres from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ).
The journey will take approximately 40 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from London to Toronto, kick back at a hotel near YTZ. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Hertz, National and Avis make collecting a Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport rental car quick and easy. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Get first dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from YTZ one week ahead of time often means better deals and a wider selection of vehicles.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
Make your way into the city centre after your flight from London to Toronto has landed. Central Toronto is around 80 kilometres from Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) and takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to get to by car.
The journey will take roughly 4 hours 5 minutes when travelling by public transport.
If you don't want to make the trip to the centre, find a hotel close to YKF. Make yourself comfortable at one of these stays after your London to Toronto flight:
Whether you'd like a zippy compact for a solo escape or an SUV to fit everyone and their gear, you'll find the perfect Region of Waterloo International Airport rental car for your needs. Browse wheels available from companies such as Avis, Enterprise and Budget.
If you'd like a specific type of vehicle, booking early increases your chances of getting what you want. Secure your ride from YKF at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from London to Toronto.
Best time to go to Toronto
February is the quietest month for flights from London to Toronto, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Toronto based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Toronto is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your London to Toronto ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from London to Toronto in January when temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF).
More about Toronto
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Toronto right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from London to Toronto:
CN Tower and Royal Ontario Museum are just the start of the big attractions to put on your Toronto to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Explore more of Canada
Toronto is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Canada waiting to be explored. About 499 kilometres north-east of Toronto, a trip to Montreal will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
If you're interested in discovering another side of Canada, consider Ottawa, about 354 kilometres north-east of Toronto. Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada are among its highlights.