Travelling from Toronto to London: what you need to know
Planning your flight from Toronto to London begins with finding the best airport to start your trip. Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) are the main departure points in Toronto.
Come in for landing at London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). You can also hop off the plane at London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) in London.
Hop on a direct Toronto to London flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 7 hours 10 minutes.
The timezone in London is UTC+0, which is four hours ahead of Toronto.
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to {"defaultCase":"London Heathrow Airport","accusativeCase":"London Heathrow Airport","nominativeCase":"London Heathrow Airport","dativeCase":"London Heathrow Airport"} (LHR) is the most popular route. When looking for your flight from Toronto to London, you can pick from 43 weekly services between YYZ and LHR.
For a stress-free start to your trip, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your Toronto to London flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to London
Book four months before you want to travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Toronto to London flights.
Schedule your trip for July. That's the best month for scoring cheap plane tickets from Toronto to London. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Flying from Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Set out from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) and fly straight through to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) or London Gatwick Airport (LGW). If you're looking for a direct flight from Toronto to London out of YYZ, those are your final stops.
You'll have your pick of airlines that offer direct Toronto to London plane tickets out of YYZ. Book your seat with one of these:
YYZ is about 19 kilometres from central Toronto. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
After a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near Pearson International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Toronto to London or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of the departures from Pearson International Airport, 63.97% arrive on time at their destination.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
You can get to YTZ from the centre of Toronto in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes to cover the 3 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Toronto to London? Unwind in a hotel near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport before your break officially starts. Consider one of these stays:
62.09% of flights taking off from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport make it to their destination as expected.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
The trip to YKF from the centre of Toronto is around 4 hours 5 minutes on public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to cover the 80 kilometres or so.
Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Toronto to London flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near Region of Waterloo International Airport make departure day effortless if you're flying out first thing:
The on-time performance record of YKF is 63.64%. In other words, that's how frequently flights that depart this airport arrive at their destination as planned.
Arriving in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London takes around 55 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometres away.
It usually takes 1 hour to get there when travelling by public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel close to LHR if you have a late flight from Toronto to London. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion to explore London and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport around one week ahead of your departure.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is around 40 kilometres from central London. After your flight from Toronto to London, it'll take you approximately 1 hour 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 30 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near LGW. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from Toronto to London:
Green Motion, U-Save and Drivalia make picking up a London Gatwick Airport rental car easy and quick. These providers are located around or in the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Lock in the best price by securing your ride from LGW three weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Head toward the city centre after your flight from Toronto to London has landed. Central London is around 48 kilometres from Stansted Airport (STN) and takes roughly 1 hour to reach by car.
Public transport can get you there in around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Enjoy a quiet, low-key start to your break by choosing a hotel near STN after your Toronto to London flight. Recharge after a day of travel or simply take a moment to get your footing in a new city at:
Begin your travels without stressing over how to get to your destination with a Stansted Airport rental car. Book your ideal wheels with trusted companies here like Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar.
If you're looking for a specific model or make, lock in your ride from STN about four weeks ahead of your flight from Toronto to London. This gives you a higher chance of getting the car you want, along with a better deal.
Best time to go to London
July is the most popular month for flights from Toronto to London. To travel when it's less crowded, head to London in February.
The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your Toronto to London ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap flights from Toronto to London in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
More about London
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in London right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from Toronto to London:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace are must-visits when exploring London.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've seen London, now it's time to explore other parts of United Kingdom. Travel around 161 kilometres north-west to Birmingham to tick off its popular sights. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 177 kilometres west of London, Bristol is another favourite stop in United Kingdom. No visit is complete without checking out Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.