Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Toronto: what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Toronto and you'll be in the air for around 7 hours 5 minutes.
The timezone in Toronto is UTC-4. The city is four hours behind London, where London Gatwick Airport is located.
With nine flights a week between the two airports, London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is the most popular route. Board Air Transat's 09:40 flight to get your journey from LGW to YYZ underway.
For a relaxed start to your LGW to Toronto flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Heading off during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
You can book a direct London Gatwick Airport to Toronto ticket. Start your journey at LGW and arrive at Pearson International Airport (YYZ).
Air Transat is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Toronto.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even tick off a new city. When searching for flight tickets from LGW to Toronto, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Located around 40 kilometres from central London, LGW can be reached in about 1 hour 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport will take roughly 30 minutes.
In search of a hotel close to LGW? If you're catching an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Toronto, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
69.26% of flights departing from London Gatwick Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Toronto
R 4,333 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Toronto flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is R 6,962. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To secure cheap flights from LGW to Toronto, book your journey one month before your departure date.
The best month for scoring cheap London Gatwick Airport to Toronto tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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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 takes about 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 50 minutes.
If you have a late flight from London Gatwick Airport to Toronto, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near YYZ:
Grab a Pearson International Airport rental car and explore Toronto and beyond with your own set of wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion and Thrifty are well-known companies to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Pearson International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from LGW to Toronto.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) is about 3 kilometres from the centre of Toronto. Once you've hopped off your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Toronto, it'll take you around 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Travelling by public transport will take about 40 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near YTZ. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your LGW to Toronto flight:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Hertz, National or Avis and be off and running.
Don't pay more than you need to. Reserving your ride one week before your arrival at YTZ will help you save.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
Hop off your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Toronto and go straight to your hotel or start taking in the sights right away. Central Toronto is around 105 kilometres from Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) and typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes to drive there.
If you go by public transport, the journey takes about 4 hours 5 minutes.
Find a hotel close to YKF and go from the runway to resting in a snap. Whether you're coming in on a late LGW to Toronto flight or just want to keep your travel plans simple, these stays will have you settling in quickly:
Start your trip without worrying about how to get to where you're going with a Region of Waterloo International Airport rental car. Book your wheels with trusted names here like Avis, Enterprise and Budget.
Booking a couple of weeks in advance of your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Toronto is smart. Along with more affordable prices, you'll likely have a better variety of makes and models to choose from at YKF.
Best time to go to Toronto
Visit Toronto during peak season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from London Gatwick Airport to Toronto during low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Before locking in your London Gatwick Airport to Toronto flight ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Toronto, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from LGW to Toronto in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF) on average.
More about Toronto
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Toronto right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Toronto:
Royal Ontario Museum and CN Tower are just the start of the big attractions to put on your Toronto to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Explore more of Canada
You've seen Toronto, now it's time to explore more of Canada. Travel around 499 kilometres north-east to Montreal to check off its leading attractions. From Mount Royal Park to Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 354 kilometres north-east of Toronto, Ottawa is another essential stop in Canada. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.