Traveling from Toronto to London City Airport (LCY): What you need to know
London City Airport is located in London. The city operates on the UTC+0 timezone and is five hours ahead of Toronto.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Toronto to LCY.
Popular months like July or other peak seasons mean longer lines and potential delays. Get a head start by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Toronto
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Traveling from central Toronto to YYZ takes around 25 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometers in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a convenient hotel near Toronto Pearson International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Toronto to London City Airport, these accommodation options will put you conveniently close to check-in:
When it comes to Toronto Pearson International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 64% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
YTZ is about 3 kilometers from central Toronto. It'll take 10 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city center. Public transport takes approximately 20 minutes.
Get your vacation started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Toronto to LCY flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport:
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport has an on-time performance rate of 62%. This figure highlights how often flights that leave from this airport land on schedule.
John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM)
The journey time to YHM from central Toronto is around 1 hour 50 minutes by public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you about 1 hour 10 minutes to cover the 72 kilometers or so.
Stay in bed a little longer and still make your Toronto to London City Airport flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport make departure day effortless if you're flying out first thing:
The on-time performance rate of YHM is 71%. In simpler terms, that's how often flights departing this airport arrive at their destination as planned.
About London City Airport (LCY)
If you have a late flight from Toronto to London City Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near LCY:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a London City Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Europcar or Keddy By Europcar and experience the lesser-explored corners of London and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride around one week ahead of your Toronto to London City Airport flight.
Getting from London City Airport (LCY) to central London
London City Airport is around 11 kilometers from central London. It takes around 25 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
It typically takes 25 minutes if you're traveling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to London City Airport (LCY)
$334 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Toronto to London City Airport. Return flights start at $666. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
To find cheap flights from Toronto to LCY, book early. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to London City Airport (LCY)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding the best time to fly. January is the quietest month to visit London. September is when most people book flights from Toronto to London City Airport (LCY), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
When booking your Toronto to LCY plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Toronto to London City Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about London
Start your London trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Toronto to London City Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
You'll find plenty of fantastic things to do in London when you're in the mood to sightsee. Start exploring at The British Museum followed by Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many cities in the United Kingdom waiting to be explored after you've seen London. Around 177 kilometers away to the northwest, its best attractions include Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.
Around 177 kilometers west of London, Bristol is another favorite stop in the United Kingdom. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Banksey, Clifton Suspension Bridge and Bristol International Balloon Fiesta.