Flying from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Montreal: what you need to know
Montreal is six hours behind Cape Town, where Cape Town International Airport is located. Montreal observes the UTC-4 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your CPT to Montreal flight.
Planning to travel during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even tick a new city off your list. When searching for flight tickets from CPT to Montreal, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
CPT is around 18 kilometres from central Cape Town. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
In search of a hotel close to CPT? If you're catching an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Montreal, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
Cape Town International Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 81.65% of flights that take off from CPT land on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Montreal
Rs170,365 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Cape Town International Airport to Montreal flight. Return flight tickets start at Rs244,467. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap flights from CPT to Montreal, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is around 26 kilometres from the centre of Montreal. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 25 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 45 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Cape Town International Airport to Montreal. Stay at one of these accommodation options near YUL instead:
Grab a Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport rental car and explore Montreal and beyond with your own set of wheels. Avis, Alamo and Routes Car Rentals are popular providers to choose from here.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from CPT to Montreal.
You'll find YUL at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
The centre of Montreal is about 40 kilometres from St. Hubert Airport (YHU). After your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Montreal has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 35 minutes.
The journey will take about 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your CPT to Montreal flight, settle in at a hotel near YHU. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Grab a St. Hubert Airport rental car and be in control of your journey. You can select from trusted companies like Enterprise and Budget.
Save time at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Secure your ride from YHU ahead of time so you can simply grab the keys and get going.
Best time to go to Montreal
Before securing your flights from Cape Town International Airport to Montreal, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Montreal offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while low season means you'll get better deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
Lock in a Cape Town International Airport to Montreal flight ticket with a departure in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 14ºC to 28ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CPT to Montreal in January when temperatures average between -19ºC and -2ºC.
More about Montreal
Start your Montreal trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Montreal, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Montreal Botanical Garden, Mount Royal Park and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Montreal itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Montreal is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Canada you'll want to see. About 499 kilometres south-west of Montreal, a visit to Toronto will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Around 153 kilometres west of Montreal, Ottawa is another favourite stop in Canada. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.
