Flying from Toronto to London City Airport (LCY): what you need to know
You can choose from multiple airports when planning your flight from Toronto to London City Airport (LCY). Check out your options for leaving Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF).
London is 4 hours ahead of Toronto. London City Airport is located in London, which operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from Toronto to LCY. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
YYZ is about 27 kilometres from central Toronto. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 26 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 49 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Toronto to London City Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to Pearson International Airport:
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Split up your flight from Toronto to London City Airport with a stop so you can freshen up or cross a new place off your list. Some great stopovers between Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport and LCY are:
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
With public transport, you can travel from central Toronto to YTZ in about 39 minutes. The airport is roughly 3 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 35 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from Toronto to LCY? Kick back in a hotel near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport before your trip officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
About London City Airport (LCY)
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 City Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LCY instead:
Getting from London City Airport (LCY) to central London
London City Airport to central London is around 29 minutes by car. It's approximately 11 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 33 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to London City Airport (LCY)
Book a one-way ticket from Toronto to London City Airport from C$413 or travel return from just C$821. Prices are accurate at the time of listing and may change based on availability when you book.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get flight tickets from Toronto to LCY if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to London City Airport (LCY)
June is the busiest month to catch a flight from Toronto to London City Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to London, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Toronto to LCY, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC to 26ºC.
Travel in January if you want to explore when it's cooler. Average temperatures range between 0ºC and 9ºC. However, this destination delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Toronto to London City Airport.
More about London
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in London right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Toronto to London City Airport:
Big Ben and The British Museum are just a couple of the top attractions to add to your London must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Buckingham Palace.
Complete your London trip with a car rental
Once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Toronto to London City Airport, your next task is choosing one of our car rentals in London. Check out the deals and easily compare options on price, pick-up convenience, and more.