London Airport (Ontario) serves the city of the same name in southwestern Ontario, halfway between Toronto and Detroit, approximately 15 km from downtown.
It has modest traffic, primarily regional and to Canada's major hubs.
How to get to London Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to YXU
Parking near London Airport
The airport operates an official parking area right in front of the terminal.
The lot is not staffed but is monitored by cameras, with modest costs.
How to get to London from YXU
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
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Car rental at London Airport
The better-known car rental companies have their own desk in the terminal's arrivals area.
Driver's license, passport, and a credit card in the driver's name are the required documents for the security deposit.
Hotels near London Airport
London, Ontario
The airport is about 9-10 km northeast of downtown London, 10-15 minutes by car or taxi depending on traffic. There's no passenger train; a city bus (route 36) passes near the terminal but only on weekdays and isn't practical with luggage, so taxi, rideshare or a rental car remain the common choice.
Best for: Travellers who just need to sleep one night near a flight to or from YXU, without expecting a real hotel district.
- Distances within the city are modest anyway: even the options furthest from the airport stay within 20-25 minutes by car
- Those looking for a longer stay find at least one chain hotel with a kitchen in the room, useful for those who don't want to eat out every time
- No property is really minutes from the terminal: a car or taxi transfer always has to be factored in
- The real supply is scarce: most of the listings for this city are apartments or basement suites run by private hosts, not hotels
Recommended hotels
- Candlewood Suites London South by IHG Chain hotel for extended stays, with a kitchen in every room, on Wellington Road South, in the commercial area south of the city; it's about 21 minutes by car from the airport (over 13 miles) and a similar distance from downtown, so it's not a convenient choice for those with a dawn flight, but it's the only real chain hotel among the few listings available for this destination. View availability
- Serene Modern 2BR Retreat in Fairmont Near Airport & Downtown Whole apartment for rent in Fairmont, a residential neighbourhood of low-rise houses in the eastern part of the city, about 13 minutes by car from the airport; the distance from downtown is comparable to that from the airport, though we didn't find a precise measurement for this specific listing. The label 'Near Airport & Downtown' used by the host is therefore plausible but not verifiable down to the metre. View availability
Airport services
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Terminal guide
The route from check-in to the gate typically takes 5–10 minutes at this compact terminal.
Even though security checks are quick, allowing at least 2 hours ahead remains the recommended standard.
Map of London Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. Is London, Ontario the same city as London, England?
No, it's a Canadian city in southwestern Ontario that shares its name (and some place names, like the Thames River) with the British capital for historical colonial reasons.
Q. Is London a good starting point for Niagara Falls?
Yes, as a more affordable alternative to Toronto: the falls are about 1.5-2 hours away by car.
Q. How far is downtown London from the airport?
About 11 km, a 15-minute taxi ride.
Q. Does London have many air connections?
Traffic is modest and mainly regional: always check up-to-date schedules in advance.
Flight board
Real-time status of arriving and departing flights