Travelling from Seoul to Montreal: what you need to know
Seoul is home to a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for booking a flight from Seoul to Montreal leaving from Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP).
Touch down at Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL), the primary gateway of Montreal.
The average duration of a direct Seoul to Montreal flight is 13 hours 45 minutes.
Montreal's timezone is UTC-5, making Montreal 14 hours behind Seoul.
To ensure you make your Seoul to Montreal flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
Travelling during a popular month like August? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Montreal
To score cheap Seoul to Montreal flights, book your journey one month before your departure.
The best month for scoring cheap plane tickets from Seoul to Montreal is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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Flying from Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
If you're looking for a direct flight from Seoul to Montreal, you can depart from Incheon International Airport (ICN). Travel from ICN to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL) without any stops.
Reserve your Seoul to Montreal plane tickets with Air Canada. This airline is a popular option for direct flights from ICN.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your Seoul to Montreal flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Incheon International Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Calgary Airport (YYC)
ICN is about 48 kilometres from central Seoul. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
After a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Incheon International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Seoul to Montreal or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
74% of flights leaving from Incheon International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
You can get to GMP from the centre of Seoul in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes to travel the 18 kilometres or so.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Seoul to Montreal, stay in one of these hotels near Gimpo International Airport:
The majority of flights that depart Gimpo International Airport get to their destination as planned. It boasts an on-time performance rate of 81%.
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 get to the centre driving.
It usually takes 45 minutes to get there on public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Seoul to Montreal. Check in to one of these accommodation options near YUL instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Avis, Alamo or Routes Car Rentals and find adventure across Montreal and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport around four weeks before your trip.
YUL is located at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Montreal St Hubert Airport (YHU)
Montreal St Hubert Airport (YHU) is around 11 kilometres from the centre of Montreal. Following your flight from Seoul to Montreal, it takes approximately 25 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
You can expect the trip to take approximately 1 hour on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near YHU. Unwind after your Seoul to Montreal flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Touch down, collect your Montreal St Hubert Airport rental car, and set off without skipping a beat. Enterprise and Budget are popular providers to select from here.
Avoid filling out forms at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Reserve your ride from YHU in advance so you can just grab the keys and be on your way.
Best time to go to Montreal
November is the quietest month for flights from Seoul to Montreal, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Montreal based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your Seoul to Montreal tickets, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Montreal, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC to 28ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Seoul to Montreal in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC and -2ºC on average.
More about Montreal
Once you've booked your flight from Seoul to Montreal, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these options your base for exploring Montreal:
Notre-Dame Basilica of Montreal and Montreal International Jazz Festival are just a couple of the leading attractions to put on your Montreal itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Cirque du Soleil.
Explore more of Canada
Ottawa is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Montreal. Around 161 kilometres to the west, popular attractions include Rideau Canal National Historic Site, Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa.
Around 16 kilometres northwest of Montreal, Laval is another favourite stop in Canada. Experience major highlights starting with Cosmodôme, Parc de la Rivière-des-Mille-Îles and Nature Centre.