When is the cheapest time to go to Toronto?
We'd recommend looking for flights in low season, from November to February, to get the best flight deals. The days are very cold - just take it as an opportunity to wrap up warm and enjoy a poutine. Alternatively, if you're flexible on dates, last-minute flights to Toronto in autumn can be excellent value. Air Canada are known to release ticket sales every so often too - so keep an eye out for those.
When is the best time to visit Toronto?
Spring and autumn are both great times to fly to Toronto, as you can combine reasonably-priced flights with warm days and cool evenings. However, you will be limited with direct flight options, as many carriers only operate these during the peak summer season.
When is the best time to book flights to Toronto?
If you know when you want to fly, it's best to book your flights to Toronto about five months in advance to get a good deal.
How long is the flight from the UK to Toronto?
A direct flight from London to Toronto takes around eight hours.
Which UK airports offer flights to Toronto?
Direct flights to Toronto depart daily from London Heathrow. Direct flights are also available with Air Canada and Air Transat from London Gatwick, Birmingham, Manchester, Edinburgh and Glasgow. One-stop flights from Bristol
Which airlines fly to Toronto?
If you want a cheap flight to Toronto, it's worth looking at direct flights from Gatwick with West Jet and Air Transat. These two budget-friendly Canadian airlines often have great deals on flights to Toronto. Alternatively, popular airlines like Air Canada, British Airways and American Airlines all fly direct from London Heathrow.
Where do flights from the UK land in Toronto?
Toronto Pearson Airport (YYZ)
Many flights to Toronto land in Canada’s busiest airport, Toronto Pearson. This is an international gateway serving the city of Toronto and the wider Golden Horseshoe area. Located 14 miles northwest of the city centre, the airport consists of Terminal 1 and Terminal 3. A number of airlines – including Air Canada, Air France, Lufthansa, KLM, United Airlines and Virgin Atlantic – offer return flights to Toronto Pearson Airport from the UK.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
A compact international airport located south-west of the city on the Toronto Islands, Billy Bishop Airport has one passenger terminal. Air Canada and Lufthansa, as well as a number of other airlines, offer direct flights from the UK to Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport.
Getting around the airports
Getting around Toronto Pearson Airport couldn’t be easier with the Terminal Link. Operating 24/7, the service is complimentary and fully wheelchair accessible, taking you from Terminal 1 to Terminal 3 and on to Viscount Station. The Terminal Link is on the fifth floor of Terminal 1, or by taking the escalator at Terminal 3. Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport is all contained within one building and very easy to navigate.
Getting to the city from the airports
Once your plane has touched down at Toronto Pearson Airport, there are various options for city transport. The Union Pearson Express speeds travellers to the city centre Union Station in just 25 minutes. Alternatively, you can hop in a licensed taxi or a limo – they’re lined up waiting outside the terminal buildings.
At Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, meanwhile, you have the choice of a complimentary express shuttle bus, TTC, or you can grab a taxi outside the terminal.
Why visit Toronto?
Toronto is on the A-list of the world’s mega-cities. A financial capital crammed with cosmopolitan neighbourhoods like Chinatown, the Distillery District and the Entertainment District, Toronto is packed with restaurants, theatres, street art, and endless shopping opportunities.
It's also a city offering great variety throughout the year. In summer, it's officially 'patio season' when you can sit outside numerous bars, enjoying the sunshine and local beers. You could hire a kayak and paddle around the Toronto Islands, where you'll have a great view of the city's skyline, or hire a car and drive to Niagara Falls. The calendar is pretty full in summer too, with Canada Day, the Toronto Jazz Festival and the Festival of Beer. Winter, meanwhile, is prime time for ice-skating, ice hockey games, and hopping between the city's bars and restaurants. You'll need to pack warm clothes, though. The temperature regularly drops below freezing in winter, so a decent coat and sturdy footwear are essential for exploring Toronto.
Canada visa & currency details
Before boarding your Toronto flight, don’t forget that you will need to get an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) - it's easiest to do online. As it can take several days to issue, we'd recommend getting an ETA before you book your flight to Toronto. To find out more about the ETA system, visit the official Canadian government website.
