Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Pearson International Airport is 8 hours 10 minutes.
The timezone in Toronto is UTC-4, which is four hours behind London.
Each week, there are ten London Gatwick Airport to Pearson International Airport flights. If you prefer to take off as early as possible, select the 09:40 Air Transat flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 12:40 with Air Transat.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your LGW to YYZ 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 good idea.
Getting to Toronto (and then seeing more of Canada!) is a breeze with Air Transat. This popular carrier offers direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Pearson International Airport.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Air Transat.
Air Transat is the most punctual carrier operating LGW to YYZ flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Pearson International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between LGW and YYZ:
St. John's International Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Dublin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
204 € is the lowest price for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Pearson International Airport flight. A return flight starts at 347 €. These fares can change depending on availability.
Book six months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from LGW to YYZ.
The cheapest month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Pearson International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
When it comes to London Gatwick Airport's on-time performance, data shows 69.26% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To get to 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 conditions. It's approximately 80 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes when using public transport.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near LGW. Whether you're taking an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Pearson International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a London Gatwick Airport to Pearson International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near YYZ instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Pearson International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion or Thrifty and find adventure across Toronto and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Pearson International Airport around three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto
From Pearson International Airport, Toronto is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The quietest month for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Pearson International Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Toronto based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Pearson International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Toronto, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LGW to YYZ in January. Average temperatures are between -12ºC (10ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF) then.
Explore more of Canada
You've seen Toronto, now it's time to discover other parts of Canada. Journey around 499 kilometres north-east to Montreal to tick off its popular sights. From Mount Royal Park to Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 354 kilometres north-east of Toronto, Ottawa is another essential stop in Canada. Start your sightseeing at Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.