transatlantic · 7h 20m · 5,709 km
Toronto to London
3 airlines · 3 aircraft ranked
In business class, Virgin Atlantic's Upper Class (A350-1000) edges out the field with a 8.1/10.In premium economy, Virgin Atlantic's Premium (A350-1000) leads the field with a 5.5/10.
Quick pick
Fly Virgin Atlantic. It scores higher across seat comfort and amenities.
If fares are comparable, this is the better cabin.
Fly Virgin Atlantic. It has free Wi-Fi (paid on British Airways).
If fares are comparable, this is the better cabin.
Fly Virgin Atlantic. It has free Wi-Fi (paid on Air Canada).
If prices are similar, go with this one.
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- In business class, Virgin Atlantic's Upper Class (A350-1000) edges out the field with a 8.1/10.
- In premium economy, Virgin Atlantic's Premium (A350-1000) leads the field with a 5.5/10.
- In economy, Virgin Atlantic's Economy Classic (A350-1000) edges out the field with a 4.5/10.
- British Airways is the only carrier offering first class on this route, scoring 7.4/10.
Frequently asked
Which is better in business: British Airways or Virgin Atlantic on YYZ-LHR?
Club Suite (British Airways, 787-10) and Upper Class (Virgin Atlantic, A350-1000) score virtually the same in business: 7.9 vs 8.1/10. The biggest gap is bed length — a 82"-long bed vs 79" — but neither carrier pulls ahead overall.
Which is better in premium economy: British Airways or Virgin Atlantic on YYZ-LHR?
Premium (Virgin Atlantic, A350-1000) edges out World Traveller Plus (British Airways, 787-10) in premium economy, scoring 5.5/10 vs 4.9. The deciding factor: Free Wi-Fi vs Paid Wi-Fi.
Which is better in economy: British Airways or Virgin Atlantic on YYZ-LHR?
Economy Classic (Virgin Atlantic, A350-1000) edges out World Traveller (British Airways, 787-10) in economy, scoring 4.5/10 vs 4.1. The deciding factor: Free Wi-Fi vs Paid Wi-Fi.
Which is better in business: British Airways or Air Canada on YYZ-LHR?
Club Suite (British Airways, 787-10) edges out Signature Class (Air Canada, 787-9) in business, scoring 7.9/10 vs 7.4. The deciding factor: a closed suite door vs an open cabin. Air Canada fights back on legroom and bed length.
Which is better in premium economy: British Airways or Air Canada on YYZ-LHR?
World Traveller Plus (British Airways, 787-10) edges out Premium Economy (Air Canada, 787-9) in premium economy, scoring 4.9/10 vs 4.5. The deciding factor: AC + USB-C vs AC outlet. Air Canada fights back on seat width.
Which is better in economy: British Airways or Air Canada on YYZ-LHR?
World Traveller (British Airways, 787-10) and Economy (Air Canada, 787-9) score virtually the same in economy: 4.1 vs 4.3/10. The biggest gap is power — AC outlet vs USB-A only — but neither carrier pulls ahead overall.
Which is better in business: Virgin Atlantic or Air Canada on YYZ-LHR?
Upper Class (Virgin Atlantic, A350-1000) edges out Signature Class (Air Canada, 787-9) in business, scoring 8.1/10 vs 7.4. The deciding factor: a closed suite door vs an open cabin. Air Canada fights back on seat width and dining.
Which is better in premium economy: Virgin Atlantic or Air Canada on YYZ-LHR?
Premium (Virgin Atlantic, A350-1000) beats Premium Economy (Air Canada, 787-9) in premium economy, scoring 5.5/10 vs 4.5. The deciding factor: Free Wi-Fi vs Paid Wi-Fi. Air Canada fights back on seat width.
Which is better in economy: Virgin Atlantic or Air Canada on YYZ-LHR?
Economy Classic (Virgin Atlantic, A350-1000) and Economy (Air Canada, 787-9) score virtually the same in economy: 4.5 vs 4.3/10. The biggest gap is wi-fi — Free Wi-Fi vs Paid Wi-Fi — but neither carrier pulls ahead overall.
What are the best seats in British Airways First on YYZ-LHR?
Best: Window suites 1A and 1K are the most secluded. Row 2 center pair works for couples. Avoid: Center pair in row 1 near galley. Row 2 window seats can feel exposed to the aisle. 8 First suites with curved privacy enclosures. Dine-on-demand service with restaurant-style presentation. 18.5-inch IFE. Pajamas provided on night flights.
What are the best seats in British Airways Club Suite on YYZ-LHR?
Best: Front mini-cabin (rows 5-7) is quieter with only 12 seats. Window suites A and K offer maximum privacy with door and fuselage wall. Avoid: Back rows near galley partitions. Center seats without divider raised offer less privacy. 48 Club Suite seats with doors. 18.5-inch IFE screen (larger than 787-8). Bluetooth audio. Panasonic Ku-band WiFi (paid). Starlink upgrade planned but not yet installed.
What are the best seats in British Airways World Traveller Plus on YYZ-LHR?
Best: Window pairs for privacy. Front rows for earlier meal service. Avoid: Last row limited recline. Center seats in 2-3-2. 35-seat premium economy. Adjustable winged headrests. Dedicated cabin crew.
What are the best seats in British Airways World Traveller on YYZ-LHR?
Best: Front rows of economy furthest from rear galley. Avoid: Last rows near lavatories and galley. 165 economy seats in 9-abreast 3-3-3 layout. 787-10 is the stretched variant of the Dreamliner.
What are the best seats in Virgin Atlantic Upper Class on YYZ-LHR?
Best: Row 1 (1A, 1D, 1G, 1K) offers increased bed width and length at the bulkhead. 1A and 1K are best for solo travelers with maximum privacy. Avoid: Row 11 is adjacent to The Loft social area and can be noisy. Row 1 can also catch galley noise but the extra space compensates. Center pairs face away from each other, which is unusual for couples. Suites have a movable privacy partition rather than a full door. Center seats are angled away from each other for privacy. 18.5-inch touchscreen with no physical remote; pair your phone instead. WiFi costs GBP 2.99 (messaging), GBP 6.99 (1 hour), or GBP 20.99 (full flight). REN amenity kit in recyclable kraft paper. Thick mattress topper for sleeping. The Loft social space is between Upper Class and Premium.
What are the best seats in Virgin Atlantic Premium on YYZ-LHR?
Best: Window pairs in row 21 (21A/B and 21J/K) are bulkhead seats with extra legroom. Aisle seats throughout for easier access. Avoid: Middle seats in the center quad (D, E, F, G) in any row. Row 27 is the last row and closest to the economy cabin. Collins MiQ seats with bi-fold tray table, four-way adjustable headrest, and footrest. 13.3-inch Safran RAVE IFE system. 7 inches of recline. Complimentary meals with enhanced menu over economy. Same WiFi pricing as Upper Class.
What are the best seats in Virgin Atlantic Economy Classic on YYZ-LHR?
Best: Any window seat in this section for the 3-inch pitch advantage over Classic. Row 45 bulkhead if available. Avoid: Middle seats (B, E, H) in any row. Economy Delight uses the same Recaro CL3710 seat as Economy Classic but with 34 inches of pitch instead of 31. Passengers also get priority boarding. Same IFE and meal service as Classic economy.
What are the best seats in Air Canada Signature Class on YYZ-LHR?
Best: Window seats in odd rows (1A, 3A, 5A) are closer to the window for more privacy Avoid: Row 1 bulkhead has slightly less foot space due to the wall Same Collins Super Diamond seat as the 777-300ER. Dine-on-demand service with self-serve snack bar mid-flight. Acqua di Parma amenity kit.
What are the best seats in Air Canada Premium Economy on YYZ-LHR?
Best: Window pairs (A-B and J-K) avoid the middle seat squeeze Avoid: Center middle seat (E) has no direct aisle access Plated meals on china with real glassware. Complimentary alcohol. Legrest with 38-inch pitch.