London to Toronto flights
Direct and connecting flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Lester B. Pearson International Airport (YYZ) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from London to Toronto take?
Flight time from London (LHR) to Toronto (YYZ) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from London to Toronto?
Airline availability for LHR to YYZ changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from London to Toronto?
Direct (nonstop) availability on LHR to YYZ varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence involving any operator on this pair in the last 90 days.
- Virgin Atlantic Airways100
- Air Canada46
- British Airways40
- United Airlines40
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| Air Canada | 4 sightings | No recorded events |
| British Airways | 3 sightings | No recorded events |
| Virgin Atlantic Airways | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| United Airlines | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning LHR → YYZ
LHR to YYZ is a long-haul route of 5,707 km (3,546 mi). See the return YYZ → LHR route.
Alternative airports near London: Northolt (NHT) — 10 km, Wycombe (HYC) — 29 km, Farnborough (FAB) — 31 km.
Alternative airports near Toronto: Toronto (YZD) — 15 km, Toronto (YTZ) — 20 km, Toronto (YKZ) — 29 km.