Travelling from Rome to Montreal: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your trip from in Rome. Check out your options leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) when reserving your flight from Rome to Montreal.
Disembark at Montreal's chief entry point, Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL).
Book a direct Rome to Montreal flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 9 hours 5 minutes.
Montreal is five hours behind Rome and observes the UTC-4 timezone.
With nine weekly flights between the two airports, Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is the busiest route. Hop on the earliest flight from Rome to Montreal with Air Canada at 10:00. If you prefer to get more out of your day before flying, the last departure from FCO to YUL is with Air Canada at 13:20.
For a stress-free start to your trip, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your Rome to Montreal flight.
Travelling over a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to 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 domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Montreal
Book two months before you want to fly. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap Rome to Montreal flights.
Organise your trip for May. That's the best month for landing an incredible deal on plane tickets from Rome to Montreal. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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Flying from Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
If you're after a direct flight from Rome to Montreal, you can depart from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Get from FCO to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) in one continuous trip.
Air Canada is a popular carrier that offers direct Rome to Montreal plane tickets leaving from FCO.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing Rome to Montreal flights departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (TLS)
Located around 23 kilometres from the centre of Rome, FCO can be reached in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 50 minutes.
After a leisurely start to your break? Stay near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Rome to Montreal or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, data shows 70.57% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Give yourself some time to stretch your legs during your Rome to Montreal flight with a stopover. Menara Airport (RAK) is a popular option between Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport and Montreal.
CIA is around 14 kilometres from central Rome. It'll take you 40 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not enjoy an extra night away? Think about kicking back in one of these hotels near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport the day before your flight from Rome to Montreal:
73.18% of all departures from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport make it to their destination as expected.
Arriving in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is approximately 16 kilometres from the centre of Montreal. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 25 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 45 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Rome to Montreal. Stay at one of these accommodation options near YUL instead:
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 popular outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport about four weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
You'll find YUL at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
Central Montreal is located around 26 kilometres from St. Hubert Airport (YHU). Once your flight from Rome to Montreal has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 35 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take approximately 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
Why waste time waiting for a cab? A St. Hubert Airport rental car lets you get going right away. Find the perfect playlist and hit the highway with a set of wheels from Enterprise or Budget.
Get the vehicle you actually want, not just what's left, by booking your ride from YHU ahead of your arrival. You can also avoid last-minute price surges, especially during peak travel times.
Best time to go to Montreal
February is the quietest month for flights from Rome to Montreal, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Montreal based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Rome to Montreal tickets, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Montreal, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 28ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -19ºC and -2ºC. Search for cheap flights from Rome to Montreal around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Montreal
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Montreal right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Rome to Montreal:
Every great holiday has to include a little 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
Toronto is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be explored after you've seen Montreal. Around 499 kilometres to the south-west, its top attractions include CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Ottawa is another well-known destination in Canada and is around 153 kilometres west of Montreal. No trip is complete without dropping by Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.