Travelling from Rio De Janeiro to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL): What you need to know
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is Rio De Janeiro's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) taking off from here.
The timezone in Montreal is UTC-4, which is one hour behind Rio De Janeiro. Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport is located in Montreal.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Rio De Janeiro to YUL. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to YUL leaving from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Popular options include:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
GIG is around 18 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
79.57% of flights leaving from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
You can arrive at SDU from the centre of Rio De Janeiro in about 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport will take roughly 15 minutes to travel the 2 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your Rio De Janeiro to YUL flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Santos Dumont Airport:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Santos Dumont Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 78.67%.
About Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Rio De Janeiro to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near YUL instead:
Pick up 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 top outlets you can book with here.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Rio De Janeiro to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport flight.
You'll find YUL at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Getting from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to central Montreal
The centre of Montreal is about 16 kilometres from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do some research ahead of your trip.
It typically takes 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Rs63,126 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport. A return flight starts at Rs139,398. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to YUL if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
If you have some flexibility with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your Rio De Janeiro to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Rio De Janeiro to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
February is the quietest month for flights from Rio De Janeiro to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL), while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Montreal based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Rio De Janeiro to YUL flight ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Montreal to range from 14ºC to 28ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport in January when temperatures are between -19ºC and -2ºC.
More about Montreal
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Montreal right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Cirque du Soleil - KURIOS, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are essential stops on your Montreal itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Montreal has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Canada waiting to be explored. About 153 kilometres west of Montreal, a trip to Ottawa will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Rideau Canal National Historic Site, Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa.
Gatineau is another well-known destination in Canada and is around 153 kilometres west of Montreal. No trip is complete without seeing Canadian Museum of History, Indigenous Experiences and Luskville Falls.
