Travelling from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Pearson International Airport to London Gatwick Airport is 7 hours 5 minutes.
London's timezone is UTC+0, which makes London four hours ahead of Toronto.
Flights from YYZ to LGW start from 19:15 — the earliest with Air Transat. The latest departure is at 22:45 with Air Transat. Overall, there are nine weekly Pearson International Airport to London Gatwick Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, 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 YYZ to LGW flight.
Flying during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Getting to London (and then exploring more of United Kingdom!) is a cinch with Air Transat. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Pearson International Airport to London Gatwick Airport.
Air Transat is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
Among carriers operating YYZ to LGW flights, Air Transat leads the way for on-time arrivals.
How to find the cheapest flights from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Right now, 186 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Pearson International Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 400 €. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book seven months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from YYZ to LGW.
The cheapest month for flights from Pearson International Airport to London Gatwick Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Of the flights that depart from Pearson International Airport, 63.97% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Pearson International Airport from central Toronto, it takes around 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport will take about 50 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near YYZ? If you're catching an early flight from Pearson International Airport to London Gatwick Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
If you have a late Pearson International Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these options near LGW:
Follow your own route with a London Gatwick Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Green Motion, U-Save or Drivalia and experience more of London and beyond.
Reserving your ride from London Gatwick Airport about three weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London
London Gatwick Airport is roughly 80 kilometres from central London. Driving there takes about 1 hour 20 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour 25 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The quietest month for a flight from Pearson International Airport to London Gatwick Airport is January, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to London based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from Pearson International Airport to London Gatwick Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. 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 YYZ to LGW in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of United Kingdom waiting to be discovered. Around 161 kilometres north-west of London, a visit to Birmingham will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Bristol is another essential stop in United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres west of London. No trip is complete without seeing Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.