Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Toronto: what you need to know
Around 7 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Toronto.
Toronto is four hours behind London, where London Heathrow Airport is located. Toronto follows the UTC-4 timezone.
With 43 flights a week between the two airports, London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is the most popular route. Air Canada operates the earliest flight at 08:30. If you prefer to get more out of your day before flying, the latest flight from LHR to YYZ is with Air Canada at 18:00.
For a relaxed start to your LHR to Toronto flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Direct London Heathrow Airport to Toronto tickets are available for booking. Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is where you'll disembark.
You'll have your pick of carriers offering direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Toronto. Book your journey with one of these:
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight ticket from LHR to Toronto. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
The journey from central London to LHR takes about 1 hour on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a hotel near LHR? If you're catching an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Toronto, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
68.18% of flights leaving from London Heathrow Airport land at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Toronto
The best price we've found for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Toronto flight is Rs79,525. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs118,973. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book one month before travelling. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from LHR to Toronto.
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Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The distance from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto is roughly 27 kilometres. It'll take you about 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport takes about 50 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to YYZ if you're coming in on a late flight from London Heathrow Airport to Toronto. Settle into one of these options and make arrival day easier:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Pearson International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion or Thrifty and experience the lesser-explored corners of Toronto and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Pearson International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from LHR to Toronto.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
The centre of Toronto is around 3 kilometres from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ). Once your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Toronto has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 35 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 40 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to call home for the night near YTZ. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your LHR to Toronto flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Hertz, National and Avis make picking up a Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport rental car quick and easy. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride one week ahead of your arrival at YTZ will help you stay within budget.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) is about 105 kilometres from central Toronto. It'll take you about 1 hour 15 minutes to get to the city centre by cab or ride-share after your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Toronto.
Public transport will get you there in about 4 hours 5 minutes.
Enjoy a quiet, low-key start to your trip by choosing a hotel near YKF after your LHR to Toronto flight. Unwind after a day of travel or simply take a moment to find your footing in a new place at:
Whether you're searching for a compact for a solo adventure or a spacious SUV to fit the family, you'll find the ideal Region of Waterloo International Airport rental car for your needs. Explore the range of wheels available here from names such as Avis, Enterprise and Budget.
Booking a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Toronto is smart. In addition to better deals, you might find it easier to get the make and model you prefer at YKF.
Best time to go to Toronto
Before booking your flights from London Heathrow Airport to Toronto, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Toronto offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the off-season means you'll get better deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
When booking your London Heathrow Airport to Toronto flight ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Toronto, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 28ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LHR to Toronto in January when temperatures average between -12ºC and 1ºC.
More about Toronto
After booking your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Toronto, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Toronto:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Royal Ontario Museum, CN Tower and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Toronto itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Toronto has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Canada you'll want to see. Around 499 kilometres north-east of Toronto, a trip to Montreal will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
Ottawa is another standout destination in Canada and is around 354 kilometres north-east of Toronto. No trip is complete without visiting Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.