Flying from London to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ): What you need to know
There are two main airports you can fly out of in London. Check out your options leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) or London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when organising your flight from London to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ).
Expect to be travelling for 8 hours. That's the average duration of a direct London to Toronto Pearson International Airport flight.
The timezone in Toronto is UTC-5, which is five hours behind London. Toronto Pearson International Airport is located in Toronto.
The busiest route is from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), with 43 direct services every week. If you're eager to be on your way, the earliest flight from LHR to YYZ is the 8:30am Air Canada option. If a later start suits your schedule, the final departure is at 6pm with Air Canada.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from London to YYZ.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You can book a direct flight from London to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
At LHR, there's a variety of airlines that offer direct flights from London to Toronto Pearson International Airport, such as:
The majority of passengers prefer to fly with Air Canada from LHR to YYZ.
Among carriers on this route, Air Canada has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
We make it easy to book cheap flights from London to YYZ with a stopover. To explore your options departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between LHR and YYZ include:
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The journey from central London to LHR takes around 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
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When it comes to London Heathrow Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
You can book a direct London to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) plane ticket with departures from London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Decide if leaving from LGW is a better fit for your trip.
From LGW, direct flights from London to YYZ can be booked with Air Transat.
Air Transat is the most frequently booked airline flying from LGW to YYZ.
If you're looking for a carrier with a strong punctuality record, book with Air Transat. It boasts an on-time performance of 83.64% for flights between London Gatwick Airport and Toronto Pearson International Airport.
Split up your flight from London to Toronto Pearson International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross a new place off your list. Popular stopovers between London Gatwick Airport and YYZ include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
St John's International Airport (YYT)
You can get to LGW from the centre of London in approximately 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport the day before your London to YYZ flight:
Flights from London Gatwick Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 82% of them arriving on schedule.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
Searching for a plane ticket from London to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) with a stop or two can give you more choice of departure times and access to lower fares. When jetting off from London Stansted Airport (STN), here are a few places you can detour to on the way to YYZ:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
STN is roughly 56 kilometres from central London. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, you can expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
Make departure day worry-free — stay close to London Stansted Airport and know you'll make it to the terminal with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early London to Toronto Pearson International Airport flight:
With 80% of its departing flights arriving when they should, STN is a reliable starting point for any journey.
About Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Have a late flight from London to Toronto Pearson International Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Check in to one of these hotels near YYZ and turn in quicker:
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Getting from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto
From Toronto Pearson International Airport, central Toronto is around 27 kilometres away. It takes about 30 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
Travelling by public transport takes around 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
At the moment, Rs65,594 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Toronto Pearson International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs127,788. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from London to YYZ. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Cheap London to Toronto Pearson International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across every month and then choose the cheapest day.
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Filters make it easier to snap up a deal on your flight from London to Toronto Pearson International Airport. Choose the airlines, flight times and stops that match your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.
The best time to fly from London to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
January is the quietest month for flights from London to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), while July is the most popular. Figure out the best time to go to Toronto based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a London to YYZ plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Toronto to range from 15ºC to 28ºC.
February has temperatures of between -15ºC and 3ºC. Search for cheap tickets from London to Toronto Pearson International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Toronto
After booking your flight from London to Toronto Pearson International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Toronto:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. CN Tower, The Top CN Tower and Royal Ontario Museum are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Toronto itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Toronto is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Canada waiting to be discovered. About 153 kilometres southwest of Toronto, a trip to London will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Forks of the Thames River, Fanshawe Pioneer Village and Storybook Gardens.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in Canada, consider Kingston, roughly 257 kilometres east of Toronto. Fort Henry, Rideau Canal - Jones Falls Defensible Lockmasters House and Kingston Penitentiary are highlights.
