Flights to Montreal

Montreal is a city that one could visit year-round, so finding that ideal travel time comes down to your travel budget and expectations. Peak tourist season is seen from June – September when North American schools are out on summer break and the Old Montreal festivals are going strong. The average temperatures during the summer months are humid and warm, boasting about 27 degrees Celsius. Winter gives you the city more to yourself, and also brings cheaper hotel accommodations as well as flight fares. Expect some snowfall during your wintry visit, and temperatures average -9 degrees Celsius. Overall, the best times of the year to visit are March – May or September – November when school is back in session and the weather is still favourable.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Montreal?

The month of March is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Montreal from Canada, with most prices found around 201 C$. If you’re not able to fly to Montreal in March, then January is your next best option. Flight prices from Canada to Montreal during January average around 202 C$.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Montreal?

Most flyers found that booking tickets 51 days in advance of their planned departure date is the best time to get cheap flights to Montreal. During this timeframe, flight prices are around 244 C$. Keep in mind that you might also find cheap flights to Montreal outside of this time window. In fact, momondo users recently found flights from Canada to Montreal for 154 C$.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Montreal?

The cheapest day to depart from Canada to Montreal is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as 234 C$. When flying out on a Wednesday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Canada to Montreal for around 252 C$.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Montreal?

In the afternoon is the cheapest time of day to fly from Canada to Montreal when you can find flight prices for as low as 211 C$. Flying to Montreal in the afternoon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around 255 C$. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

Montréal–Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)

Travelling from the airport to city centre is quite easy, and there are plenty of options for the journey.

Bus

The 747 P-E Trudeau Airport/Downtown Express runs 24 hours a day, 7 days a week from the airport to city centre. In Downtown Montreal, the bus stops at the corner of Berri and Sainte-Catherine at the metro station. Fare is $10 CAD for unlimited travel through the STM. You can purchase tickets ahead of time, at the metro station, or using the exact change when boarding the bus. The bus leaves every 15 – 30 minutes and the ride takes 20 – 40 minutes depending on traffic.

VIA Rail Canada

VIA Rail Canada serves more than 450 locations. You can ride from the train station at Montreal-Trudeau International Airport to city centre for $12 CAD one-way in both directions. You must purchase the ticket from a VIA Rail Ticket agent booth at the airport. The Dorval railway station is 10 minutes from the terminal. You can take Bus #204 Eastbound to the station too.

Taxi

Taxis are found at the outside lower level and include Taxi Diamond, Taxi Champlain, Taxi Expert, and Co-Op Taxi. Fixed fare to Downtown Montreal is $40 CAD with a minimum rate of $17 CAD. Dispatchers are found at the ground level.

Limo

Private limo services are available from dispatchers on the ground level as well, with a fixed fare to Downtown for $55 – $60 CAD.

Rental Cars

Rental cars could be the easiest way to get to Downtown Montreal and surrounding city attractions. At the airport you will find Alamo, AVIS, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, National, and Thrifty. While it is recommended you book your rental ahead, you may be able to get a car at the airport. Be sure to look for affordable pricing on rentals cars with momondo.