Flying from Montreal to Douala International Airport (DLA): What you need to know
Douala International Airport is located in Douala. The city operates on the UTC+1 timezone and is six hours ahead of Montreal.
Your flight from Montreal to DLA won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Popular months like July or other peak periods mean longer lines and potential delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
YUL is about 19 kilometres from central Montreal. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 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 45 minutes.
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When it comes to the on-time performance of Montreal-Trudeau International Airport, 65% of flights complete their journey on time.
You'll find YUL at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Montreal Metropolitan Airport (YHU)
YHU is about 23 kilometres from central Montreal. It'll take you 25 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour.
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About Douala International Airport (DLA)
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Getting from Douala International Airport (DLA) to central Douala
From Douala International Airport, central Douala is around 8 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Douala International Airport (DLA)
At the moment, Rs126,187 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Montreal to Douala International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs278,733. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Montreal to DLA, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Montreal to Douala International Airport (DLA)
Think about the pace you're looking for when picking your flight dates. October is the quietest month to go to Douala. December is when most people book flights from Montreal to Douala International Airport (DLA), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
The warmest month in Douala is February, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your Montreal to DLA plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Montreal to Douala International Airport in July when temperatures are between 22ºC and 28ºC.
More about Douala
Start your Douala trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Montreal to Douala International Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
There are loads of fantastic things to do in Douala when you're ready to sightsee. Kick off your exploring at Cathédrale Saint-Pierre-et-Saint-Paul followed by ILE DE MANOKA and Mosquée de Douala.
Explore more of Cameroon
Yaounde is just one of the many cities in Cameroon waiting to be discovered after you've seen Douala. Around 193 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include Mvog-Betsi Botanical Zoological Garden, Cité de la Paix and Mont MESSEBE.
Around 225 kilometres north of Douala, Bamenda is another favourite stop in Cameroon. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to St Joseph's Metropolitan Cathedral, St John the Baptist Church and Njimafor Catholic Church.
