Travelling from Rio De Janeiro to Montreal: what you need to know
Rio De Janeiro's main base, Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore your departure choices from here for your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Montreal.
Come in for landing at Montreal's major arrival point, Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL).
Montreal is one hour behind Rio De Janeiro and observes the UTC-4 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your Rio De Janeiro to Montreal flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a popular month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Montreal
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap Rio De Janeiro to Montreal flights if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Rio De Janeiro to Montreal throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Flying from Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
We make it easy to book a Rio De Janeiro to Montreal flight with a stopover. To see the options departing from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Located around 13 kilometres from the centre of Rio De Janeiro, GIG can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel near Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Montreal, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 79.57% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Arriving in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to central Montreal takes about 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 16 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Rio De Janeiro to Montreal, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near YUL:
Grab a Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport rental car and discover Montreal and beyond with your own set of wheels. Avis, Alamo and Routes Car Rentals are well-known companies to choose from here.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport around four weeks in advance of your Rio De Janeiro to Montreal flight.
YUL is situated at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
Once your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Montreal has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central Montreal is roughly 26 kilometres from St. Hubert Airport (YHU).
The trip will take approximately 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
Why waste time waiting for a cab? A St. Hubert Airport rental car lets you start your journey right away. Find the perfect playlist and hit the open road with a set of wheels from Enterprise or Budget.
In general, the sooner you book, the better the prices and vehicle selection. Reserve your ride from YHU as soon as you know your dates.
Best time to go to Montreal
August is the most popular month for flights from Rio De Janeiro to Montreal. To escape the crowds, go to Montreal in February.
When booking your Rio De Janeiro to Montreal tickets, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Montreal, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 28ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -19ºC and -2ºC. Look for cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to Montreal around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Montreal
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Montreal right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Montreal:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are must-visits when exploring Montreal.
Explore more of Canada
Montreal has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Canada you'll want to see. Around 499 kilometres south-west of Montreal, a trip to Toronto will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Ottawa is another standout destination in Canada and is around 153 kilometres west of Montreal. No trip is complete without experiencing Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.