Cheap flights from London Gatwick to Toronto

Flight Information

Two airlines run direct routes on flights from London Gatwick to Toronto. Air Transat and WestJet each have one nonstop flight. Otherwise, flyers have a variety of options with one or more stops to get to Toronto.

WestJet flights have many connecting possibilities, with layovers usually in either St. John's International Airport or Vancouver International Airport, with a possible second stop as well. Air Transat has routes with layovers at Montreal-Trudeau. Aer Lingus has connections in Dublin, while WOW air and Icelandair both stop in Keflavík, Iceland. Travellers should be aware when booking flights that there are many options with longer layovers or multiple stops. If visitors book wisely, it's possible to get a good deal on a flight without making extra changes or waiting extra time for a connection.

Terminal Information for Gatwick Airport

The Gatwick Express is a quick and simple way to travel between central London and the airport. The nonstop rail link leaves from Victoria Station every 15 minutes and only takes about a half hour to reach the South Terminal. From there, travellers can hop on a free shuttle to the North Terminal, located just a few minutes away. Pay using an Oyster card or book a ticket in advance online. Whether passengers depart from the North or South Terminal varies depending on the airline they've booked. WestJet and Icelandair both use the North Terminal, while Air Transat, Aer Lingus, and WOW air all have departures from the South Terminal. Duty-free shops are available in both terminals after security.

Terminal Information for Toronto Pearson International Airport

Flights to Toronto from London Gatwick arrive at Toronto's Pearson International Airport. Air Transat, WestJet, Aer Lingus, WOW air, and Icelandair all utilize Terminal 3. This airport also offers an express rail link to the heart of the city, with the Union Pearson Express taking travellers to downtown Toronto. With trains leaving every 15 minutes and a trip of only 25 minutes to Union Station, it's a quick and easy way to get to the heart of Toronto. The UP Express runs between 5:30 a.m. and 1 a.m., and it also makes stops at Bloor and Weston Stations. It boasts free Wi-Fi in the station and on the train, along with charging stations — perfect for travellers getting a head start on their trip.

What You Need to Know

British Citizens travelling to Canada do not need a visa, but they now require an Electronic Travel Authorisation, or eTA. Visa-exempt foreign nationals travelling to Canada by air must comply with this entry requirement. The eTA links electronically to a traveller's passport, so flyers must use the passport that they applied with. Passengers must also have a valid passport to fly internationally. Check-in typically opens four hours before scheduled international departures at Gatwick, and travellers should leave at least two hours before their flight to check in and go through security.

What to Expect in Toronto

Travellers on London Gatwick to Toronto flights: Remember to set watches back five hours when landing in Toronto! Toronto is five hours behind London. Then get out and see all that the city has to offer, from the Distillery District to the Royal Ontario Museum, to Maple Leafs games and the Hockey Hall of Fame.