Travelling from Montreal to Dubai: what you need to know
Montreal's main base, Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Montreal to Dubai.
Dubai Airport (DXB) and Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) are Dubai's primary gateways.
Take a direct Montreal to Dubai flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 12 hours 15 minutes.
Dubai is eight hours ahead of Montreal and follows the UTC+4 timezone.
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Dubai Airport (DXB) is the most traveled route that connects these two cities. There are seven weekly flights to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from Montreal to Dubai is with Emirates at 10:20. Go for the first YUL to DXB departure with Emirates at 09:20 to fit in more activities on your first day in Dubai.
Leave enough time to make your Montreal to Dubai flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a popular month such as August? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Dubai
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Montreal to Dubai is Rs118,734. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs196,896. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To snag cheap Montreal to Dubai flights, reserve your journey one month ahead of your departure date.
The best month for finding cheap plane tickets from Montreal to Dubai is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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Flying from Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Depart from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) on a nonstop flight from Montreal to Dubai. From YUL, you can fly straight to Dubai Airport (DXB).
Reserve your Montreal to Dubai plane tickets with Emirates. This carrier is a top pick for direct flights from YUL.
YUL is around 16 kilometres from central Montreal. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Montreal to Dubai? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport, data shows 64.89% of flights complete their journey on time.
You'll find YUL at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Arriving in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 5 kilometres away.
It usually takes 50 minutes to get there on public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Montreal to Dubai, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near DXB:
Grab a Dubai Airport rental car and explore Dubai and beyond with your own set of wheels. AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car and Quicklease Car Hire are top outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Dubai Airport around three weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) is around 40 kilometres from central Dubai. Once you've disembarked your flight from Montreal to Dubai, it'll take you approximately 45 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you hop on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 2 hours 5 minutes or so.
After your flight from Montreal to Dubai, settle in at a hotel near DWC. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or cab lines. Grab a Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Check out the availability and rates from Quicklease Car Hire, Quick Drive and Golden Key Car Hire.
Lock in the best price by reserving your ride from DWC three weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Dubai
April is the quietest month for flights from Montreal to Dubai, while January is the busiest. Figure out the best time to go to Dubai based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Montreal to Dubai tickets, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Dubai, with temperatures ranging from 30ºC to 42ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Montreal to Dubai in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 25ºC on average.
More about Dubai
After booking your flight from Montreal to Dubai, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Dubai:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism are major attractions which should feature on any good Dubai itinerary.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Sharjah is just one of the many places in United Arab Emirates waiting to be explored once you've seen Dubai. Around 23 kilometres to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park.
Around 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai, Abu Dhabi is another essential stop in United Arab Emirates. No visit is complete without checking out Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan.