Flying from Toronto to London International Airport (YXU): what you need to know
Your next great adventure starts at one of Toronto's main airports, Pearson International Airport (YYZ) or Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ). Check out your options for booking a flight from Toronto to London International Airport (YXU) departing from either of these bases.
Around 48 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Toronto to London International Airport.
London International Airport is located in London. The city's timezone is UTC-4 — the same as Toronto.
The busiest route is from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to London International Airport (YXU), with 36 direct services every week. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from YYZ to YXU is the 08:15 Air Canada service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 21:30 with Air Canada.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Toronto to YXU.
Flying over a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
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 departing from YYZ, you can take a direct flight from Toronto to London International Airport with Air Canada.
YYZ is about 27 kilometres from central Toronto. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 26 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 49 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near Pearson International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Toronto to London International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Want more options for a direct flight from Toronto to London International Airport (YXU)? Check out the fares departing from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ).
Air Canada operates direct flights from Toronto to YXU leaving from YTZ. Book your favourite seat and arrive at your destination in a single stretch.
YTZ is around 3 kilometres from central Toronto. It'll take 35 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 39 minutes.
Start your vacation sooner with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Toronto to YXU, kick back in one of these hotels close to Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport:
About London International Airport (YXU)
Book a hotel close to YXU if you're taking a late flight from Toronto to London International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from London International Airport (YXU) to central London
London International Airport to central London takes around 19 minutes in a car. It's approximately 11 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
It takes around 53 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to London International Airport (YXU)
For a one-way ticket from Toronto to London International Airport, C$243 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip starting from C$503. These are the lowest fares right now but are subject to change based on availability.
Book 8 months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure flight tickets from Toronto to YXU.
To score the lowest price on your tickets from Toronto to London International Airport, schedule your trip for May (it has the cheapest flights). Not locked into specific dates? Use the 'Whole month' tool to browse the most affordable day to fly.
Create a Price Alert and keep track of changes on this route through push notifications or email. We'll let you know when fares go down. Timing is key when finding flight tickets from Toronto to YXU.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Toronto to London International Airport. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
The best time to fly from Toronto to London International Airport (YXU)
August is the most popular month to board a flight from Toronto to London International Airport while November is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to London, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
Lock in your flight from Toronto to YXU for July if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in London to range from 13ºC to 27ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -13ºC and 2ºC. Search for cheap flights from Toronto to London International Airport sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about London
Start your London trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Toronto to London International Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
One of the best ways to get to know London is to check out its most popular sights. Highlights include Fanshawe Pioneer Village, Budweiser Gardens and Banting House National Historic Site.
Complete your London trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Toronto to London International Airport to track down your perfect ride. Check out our car rentals in London and easily compare your options. Plus you'll find all the info you need to know, from the most popular rental company to the best time to book.
