Flying from Toronto to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): What you need to know
When looking for your flight from Toronto to London Heathrow Airport (LHR), there's a good selection of airports to start your journey from. Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) are Toronto's main options.
7 hours 15 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Toronto to London Heathrow Airport flight.
London is four hours ahead of Toronto. London Heathrow Airport is located in London, which is in the UTC+0 timezone.
With 43 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the most popular route. Air Canada operates the earliest flight at 12:40am. If you'd like to get more out of your day before flying, the last flight from YYZ to LHR is with Air Canada at 11:40pm.
Your flight from Toronto to LHR won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, it's smart to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you deal with longer queues.
Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Toronto to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) take off from this terminal.
Leading carriers that operate direct flights from Toronto to London Heathrow Airport departing YYZ include:
The airline with the highest booking numbers between YYZ and LHR is Air Canada.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals rate on this route is British Airways.
Located around 27 kilometres from central Toronto, YYZ can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Toronto to London Heathrow Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to Pearson International Airport:
When it comes to Pearson International Airport's on-time performance, 63.97% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
With public transport, you can travel from central Toronto to YTZ in around 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 3 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 35 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Toronto to LHR flight? Check in to a hotel near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport before your break officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
62.09% of flights out of Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
From the centre of Toronto, YKF is around 105 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to get there by car and 4 hours 5 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Make catching an early Toronto to London Heathrow Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these hotels near Region of Waterloo International Airport and get to your departure gate without rushing:
Flights that take off from YKF reach their destination as scheduled 63.64% of the time.
About London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Toronto to London Heathrow Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and experience the lesser-explored corners of London and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride around one week ahead of your Toronto to London Heathrow Airport flight.
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
London Heathrow Airport to the centre of London is roughly 26 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times may vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
It typically takes 1 hour if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
$277 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Toronto to London Heathrow Airport. Return flights start at $629. These fares can change based on demand.
Snap up cheap flights from Toronto to LHR by booking two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for finding a bargain.
The best month for finding cheap Toronto to London Heathrow Airport tickets is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select 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 the most popular month for flights from Toronto to London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Plan your visit to London in February for a quieter experience.
The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your Toronto to LHR plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Toronto to London Heathrow Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about London
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in London right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Toronto to London Heathrow Airport:
Your visit to London should come with a side of sightseeing. Top attractions you can't miss include The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many cities in the United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of London. Around 153 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include The Windsor Castle, Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery and Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre.
Around 145 kilometres west of London, Bristol is another essential stop in the United Kingdom. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Banksey, Banksy's You Don't Need Planning Permission to Build Castles in the Sky and Clifton Suspension Bridge.
