Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ): what you need to know
Toronto is four hours behind London and follows the UTC-4 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to catch your LGW to YTZ flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Take a detour to a new city or break up your flight with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport. Many passengers pass through Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport flight is R 4,270. A round-trip fare is currently R 8,502. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LGW to YTZ if you book ahead. Airlines often have some terrific early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when looking for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport.
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Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Gatwick Airport, data shows 69.26% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To reach London Gatwick Airport from central London, it'll take around 1 hour 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 80 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport will take about 1 hour 25 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to LGW? If you've booked an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a London Gatwick Airport to Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near YTZ instead:
Pick up a Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport rental car and discover Toronto and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hertz, National and Avis are top outlets you can book with here.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport around one week before you set off.
Getting from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) to central Toronto
From Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, Toronto is approximately 3 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Toronto. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Toronto, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from LGW to YTZ in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF) on average.
Explore more of Canada
Montreal is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be discovered after you've seen Toronto. Around 499 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
Around 354 kilometres north-east of Toronto, Ottawa is another essential stop in Canada. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.
