Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Toronto: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 7 hours 5 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Toronto.
London Gatwick Airport is located in London. Following the UTC-5 timezone, Toronto is five hours behind London.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is the most traveled route, with eight weekly flights to pick from. You can fly from LGW to YYZ at 09:40 with Air Transat.
To avoid rushing for your LGW to Toronto flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling over a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Direct London Gatwick Airport to Toronto tickets are available for booking. Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is where you'll step off the plane.
Air Transat is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Toronto.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from LGW to Toronto. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Travelling from central London to LGW takes about 1 hour 20 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 1 hour 5 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a hotel near LGW? If you're catching an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Toronto, these stays will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
82% of flights departing from London Gatwick Airport land at their destination on time. With its solid on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when jetting out of LGW.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Toronto
ر.ق. 912 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Toronto flight. A return ticket right now is ر.ق. 1,641. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from LGW to Toronto if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Toronto across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Toronto
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The distance from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto is roughly 27 kilometres. It'll take you about 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Toronto. Reserve one of these accommodation options near YYZ instead:
Reserving your ride from Toronto Pearson International Airport around three weeks before your flight from LGW to Toronto can help you get the best possible rate.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Central Toronto is about 3 kilometres from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ). After your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Toronto has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 10 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 20 minutes on public transport.
Following your LGW to Toronto flight, unwind at a hotel close to YTZ. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Don't pay more than you need to. Securing your ride one week ahead of your arrival at YTZ will save you money.
John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM)
Find your way to the city centre after your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Toronto has touched down. Central Toronto is around 72 kilometres from John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM) and takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to reach by taxi or ride-share.
If you travel by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 50 minutes.
If you don't want to make the trip to the centre, find a hotel close to YHM. Get settled at one of these stays after your LGW to Toronto flight:
Rental agencies sometimes offer discounts on early bookings, so book your ride from YHM a few weeks ahead of your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Toronto. A bit of planning goes a long way for your wallet.
Best time to go to Toronto
January is the quietest month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Toronto, while July is the most popular. Find the best time to go to Toronto based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a London Gatwick Airport to Toronto plane ticket with a departure in July to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 15ºC to 28ºC.
February has average temperatures of between -15ºC and 3ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from LGW to Toronto around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Toronto
Start your Toronto trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Toronto, check out our range of hotels including:
The Top CN Tower and CN Tower are a couple of popular attractions to add to your Toronto itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Royal Ontario Museum.
Explore more of Canada
Toronto has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Canada just waiting to be discovered. Around 499 kilometres northeast of Toronto, a trip to Montreal will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Cirque du Soleil - KURIOS, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Canada, consider Ottawa, about 354 kilometres northeast of Toronto. Rideau Canal National Historic Site, Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa are among the biggest draws.
