Travelling from Toronto to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): What you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with working out where you'll leave from in Toronto. Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Toronto to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) out of here.
The average duration of a direct Toronto to London Heathrow Airport flight is 7 hours 10 minutes.
London is five hours ahead of Toronto. London Heathrow Airport is located in London, which is in the UTC+0 timezone.
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the most popular route. There are 43 direct weekly departures to pick from. If you have plans before you fly, hop on the last flight with Air Canada at 11:40pm. Go for the first YYZ to LHR departure operated by Air Canada at 12:40am if you want to get going earlier.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Toronto to LHR.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Airports in Toronto
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Take the express route from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ). Direct flights from Toronto to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) are available from here.
At YYZ, you can choose from various airlines that operate direct flights from Toronto to London Heathrow Airport, including:
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Air Canada between YYZ and LHR.
Virgin Atlantic is the most punctual carrier on this route.
YYZ is around 27 kilometres from central Toronto. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 25 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Toronto Pearson International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Toronto to London Heathrow Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Of all flights departing from Toronto Pearson International Airport, 68% land on time at their destination.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
YTZ is around 3 kilometres from central Toronto. It takes 10 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 20 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before your Toronto to LHR flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 70%.
John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM)
The trip to YHM from central Toronto is around 1 hour 50 minutes on public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to cover the 72 kilometres or so.
Take the 'what ifs' out of departure day — stay close to John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport and know you'll reach your gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Toronto to London Heathrow Airport flight:
The on-time performance rating of YHM is 68%. To put it simply, that's how frequently flights departing this airport arrive at their final stop as planned.
About London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Toronto to London Heathrow Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle around one week ahead of your Toronto to London Heathrow Airport flight.
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
From London Heathrow Airport, central London is around 24 kilometres away. It takes about 45 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
214 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Toronto to London Heathrow Airport. Return flights start at 435 €. These fares may change depending on demand.
Book two months before your departure date. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Toronto to LHR.
The best month for landing cheap Toronto to London Heathrow Airport tickets is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
July is when most people book flights from Toronto to London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Plan your visit to London in January if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Before locking in your Toronto to LHR plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Toronto to London Heathrow Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about London
Once you've booked your flight from Toronto to London Heathrow Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring London:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben are leading attractions which should feature on any good London itinerary.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
London has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered. Around 257 kilometres northwest of London, a trip to Manchester will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
Around 153 kilometres northwest of London, Birmingham is another essential stop in the United Kingdom. Start your sightseeing at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.