Toronto to London (YYZ–LHR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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YYZ–LHR is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. Air Canada, British Airways and United Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 3,547 miles in approximately 7h. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC Air Canada Also: A3, ME, MS, OS, SQ, TG, UL | 28 | 333, 77W | 6h41-7h | Star Alliance | A3, ME, MS, OS, SQ, TG, UL | |
| BA British Airways Also: AY, EI, IB | 14 | 351, 781 | 6h23-7h10 | Oneworld | AY, EI, IB | |
| UA United Airlines | 7 | 333 | 7h20 | Star Alliance | – | |
| VS Virgin Atlantic | 7 | 351 | 6h29 | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Travel Essentials
YYZ: EDT · LHR: BST
When it's 6:00 PM in Toronto, it's 11:00 PM in London.
Canadian citizens enter the United Kingdom visa-free for up to 6 months as a Standard Visitor. No eTA or advance authorization is currently required. Passport must be valid for the duration of stay. Border officers may ask for proof of return travel, accommodation, and sufficient funds. Time spent in the UK does not count toward the Schengen 90-day limit.
The UP Express train runs from Union Station (downtown Toronto) to Terminal 1 in 25 minutes (CAD $12.35). Trains depart every 15 minutes during peak hours, every 30 minutes off-peak and overnight. Highway 427 and the 401 are heavily congested during rush hours.
Taxis and ride-hail from downtown cost CAD $50–70 and take 25–60 minutes depending on traffic. MiWay and Brampton Transit buses serve the airport from the western suburbs. Long-term parking is available in the Viscount Road lots with free shuttle service.
Heathrow Express runs every 15 minutes to Paddington (15 min, £25). Piccadilly line is slower (50–60 min) but £5.50 with Oyster. National Express coaches serve all terminals from Victoria (60–90 min, £6–10). Black cabs cost £50–90 to central London depending on traffic and time of day.
Mild maritime climate. Summers average 18–23°C with long daylight hours. Winters are 2–7°C, rarely below freezing. Rain is frequent year-round but rarely heavy. Pack layers and a waterproof jacket regardless of season. Fog can disrupt flights November through February.
YYZ–LHR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from YYZ to LHR
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada, British Airways, United Airlines and Virgin Atlantic. With 167 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
YYZ to LHR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from YYZ to LHR is about 7 hours gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 3,547 miles (5,707 km). There are approximately 167 weekly flights outbound and 222 return, totaling 389 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier, Halifax / Stanfield and Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.