Travelling from Toronto to London International Airport (YXU): What you need to know
Kick off your travels at one of Toronto's main airports, Pearson International Airport (YYZ) or Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ). Explore your options for booking a flight from Toronto to London International Airport (YXU) jetting off from either of these.
Book a direct Toronto to London International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 50 minutes.
London International Airport is located in London. The city's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Toronto.
The most popular route is from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to London International Airport (YXU), with 22 direct weekly services. If you want to be on your way right away, the earliest flight from YYZ to YXU is the 8:15am Air Canada service. If a later flight fits your day better, the last departure is at 8:55pm with Air Canada.
To ensure you catch your flight from Toronto to YXU, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
With more people on the move during high season, it's a good idea to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with any delays.
Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Toronto to London International Airport (YXU) leave from this terminal.
When taking off from YYZ, you can catch a direct flight from Toronto to London International Airport with Air Canada.
The preferred choice for passengers flying between YYZ and YXU is Air Canada.
With 68.02% of services arriving as planned, Air Canada is the top on-time carrier on this route.
The journey from central Toronto to YYZ takes about 50 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Pearson International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Toronto to London International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
63.97% of flights that take off from Pearson International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
YTZ is about 3 kilometres from central Toronto. It'll take you 35 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 40 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport the day before your Toronto to YXU flight:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 62.09%.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
From the centre of Toronto, YKF is around 105 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to arrive by car and 4 hours 5 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Wake up, take it easy and still make your Toronto to London International Airport flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near Region of Waterloo International Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're setting off early:
Flights that take off from YKF reach their destination as scheduled 63.64% of the time.
About London International Airport (YXU)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Toronto to London International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near YXU:
Follow your own route with a London International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Alamo, Avis or National and venture far and wide through London and beyond.
Booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Toronto to London International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from London International Airport (YXU) to central London
London International Airport to central London is about 10 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, do some research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to London International Airport (YXU)
At the moment, $226 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Toronto to London International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $436. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Toronto to YXU. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
Cheap Toronto to London International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to London International Airport (YXU)
Think about your travel style when picking your flight dates. November is the quietest month to go to London. August is when most people book flights from Toronto to London International Airport (YXU), which may be ideal if you're after more excitement.
Book a Toronto to YXU plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in London to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Toronto to London International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -13ºC (9ºF) and 2ºC (36ºF).
More about London
Start your London trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Toronto to London International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
Forks of the Thames River and Falls View Park are just the start of the top attractions to put on your London to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Fanshawe Pioneer Village.
Explore more of Canada
Toronto is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of London. Around 161 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including CN Tower, Skypod CN Tower and Royal Ontario Museum.
Mississauga is another well-known destination in Canada and is around 137 kilometres north-east of London. No trip is complete without experiencing Lake Ontario, Xtreme Escape Adventures and Lake Aquitaine Trail.
