Travelling from Sacramento to Montreal: what you need to know
Sacramento's main base, Sacramento International Airport (SMF), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Sacramento to Montreal.
Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL) is where your flight will arrive in Montreal.
The timezone in Montreal is UTC-5, which is three hours ahead of Sacramento.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your Sacramento to Montreal flight.
Flying during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Montreal
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap Sacramento to Montreal flights if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
Finding cheap plane tickets from Sacramento to Montreal is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares throughout the month and score a sweet deal.
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Flying from Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and possibly even tour another city. When browsing Sacramento to Montreal flights departing from Sacramento International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP)
Located around 16 kilometres from the centre of Sacramento, SMF can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 50 minutes.
In search of a hotel to stay at before your flight from Sacramento to Montreal? Consider Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas by IHG. Enjoy a good night's rest here before heading to Sacramento International Airport.
Sacramento International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from SMF land at their destination as scheduled 81% of the time.
SMF is located at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Arriving in Montreal
Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL)
The distance from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL) to central Montreal is roughly 16 kilometres. It'll take you about 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 45 minutes to get there on public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Sacramento to Montreal. Book one of these accommodation options near YUL instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Avis, Alamo or Routes Car Rentals and explore beyond Montreal's main sights.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport about four weeks ahead of your Sacramento to Montreal flight.
The street address for YUL is 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Montreal St Hubert Airport (YHU)
As soon as your flight from Sacramento to Montreal has landed, you can reach the city centre in around 25 minutes by car. Central Montreal is approximately 11 kilometres from Montreal St Hubert Airport (YHU).
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to YHU. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from Sacramento to Montreal:
Land, grab your Montreal St Hubert Airport rental car, and set off without missing a beat. Enterprise and Budget are leading companies to choose from here.
Get your preferred vehicle, not just whatever's left, by securing your ride from YHU in advance. You'll also avoid paying more than you need to, especially during busy airport times.
Best time to go to Montreal
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Sacramento to Montreal. July is the busiest month to visit Montreal. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in November.
Before locking in your Sacramento to Montreal tickets, consider what kind of weather works for you. 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 Sacramento to Montreal around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Montreal
After booking your flight from Sacramento to Montreal, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Montreal:
Notre-Dame Basilica of Montreal and Montreal International Jazz Festival are just the start of the leading attractions to put on your Montreal must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Cirque du Soleil.
Explore more of Canada
Montreal is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Canada just waiting to be explored. About 161 kilometres west of Montreal, a trip to Ottawa will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Rideau Canal National Historic Site, Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa.
Around 16 kilometres northwest of Montreal, Laval is another essential stop in Canada. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Cosmodôme, Parc de la Rivière-des-Mille-Îles and Nature Centre.
